Hoiatused, Shoshone National Forest Washakie Ranger District Fire Engine Crew

Flood Advisory issued June 10 at 2:50PM MDT until June 12 at 1:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY * WHAT...Flooding caused by snowmelt is expected to continue. * WHERE...A portion of central Wyoming, including the following county, Fremont. * WHEN...Until 100 PM MDT Wednesday. * 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 250 PM MDT, gauge reports indicated snowmelt due to warm temperatures. Minor flooding is ongoing in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Lander, Hudson, Milford, Sinks Canyon State Park, Frye Lake, Worthen Meadows Reservoir, Sinks Canyon Campground and Lander Hunt Field. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.