An ice jam can occur without much warning, causing rapid river
rises and leading to potential lowland flooding along the river.
* WHAT…Flash flooding caused by an ice jam is possible.
* WHERE…A portion of northeast Montana, including the following
counties, Dawson, Richland and Wibaux.
* WHEN…Through Monday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– An ice jam remains just southwest of Glendive that may
dislodge and result in a sudden rise, similar to what
happened Wednesday.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood