Weather Alert in Wyoming
Flood Advisory issued May 31 at 11:52AM MDT until June 2 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
AREAS AFFECTED: Washakie, WY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Minor Flooding caused by snowmelt is expected. * WHERE...Along Tensleep Creek and Canyon Creek in northeastern Washakie County near and above the town of Tensleep. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. River or stream flows are elevated. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1136 AM MDT, gauge reports indicate river rises to near or above bankfull conditions earlier this morning due to warm temperatures and increased high-elevation snowmelt. - Creek levels continue to decrease through the afternoon and evening, but are expected to increase overnight, and exceed bankfull conditions again by early Sunday morning. A similar diurnal pattern is expected to occur Sunday into Monday. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Ten Sleep, Tensleep Canyon, Leigh Creek Campground and Wigwam Fish Rearing Station. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
INSTRUCTION: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Minor flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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