Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 15 at 6:14PM MDT until July 15 at 9:15PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 15, 2026 - 5:14pm
Expires:
July 15, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Southeastern Hot Springs County in central Wyoming...
* WHEN...Until 915 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 613 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Rapid river rises will cause minor flooding in the
advisory area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen.
- This includes the following streams and drainages...
Jones Creek, West Bridger Creek, West Kirby Creek, Alkali Creek,
Reed Creek, Twin Buttes Draw, Buffalo Creek, Kirby Creek and
Ditch Creek.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Mainly rural areas of Southeastern Hot Springs County.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Hot Springs, WY
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: