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...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Portions of south central Montana, including the following
areas, Bighorn Canyon, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains and
Southern Big Horn and north central Wyoming, including the
following areas, Northeast Bighorn Mountains and Sheridan
Foothills.

* WHEN...Through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff from a long duration rainfall will
cause elevated flows on rivers and streams, and may result in
flooding of small streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone
locations. Waterways that should be monitored include the Little
Bighorn River, Tongue River, Big Goose and Little Goose Creeks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Steady rain is expected below 7000 feet today into tonight,
with additional amounts of 0.75 to 1.25 inches expected.
Total precipitation amounts may exceed 2 inches by the end of
the day.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

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