Areas of Severe Thunderstorms and Excessive Rainfall through This Weekend

Severe thunderstorms are expected across portions of the central into southern Plains into Sunday, with large hail and severe gusts the main threats. The threat for heavy to excessive rainfall and possible flash flooding will return to the south-central U.S. Friday into this weekend. Read More >

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*** Little Wind River near Riverton Crested at 10.19 feet early Sunday Evening ***

It is still recommended that people stay away from flooded areas near the Little Wind River, and any other water bodies that have risen over the last few days.

Flooding of the Little Wind River near Riverton: Excessive ruoff due to record rainfall in the southern Wind River Basin resulted in flooding on the Little Wind River near Riverton over the weekend. The river crested Sunday evening around 10.2 feet and is the 3rd highest crest of all-time trailing only the 2010 and 1963 floods.

Do not drive through flooded areas. The roadway may have been washed out or the road surface unstable. Please stay away from emergency personnel conducting operations along and near the river.


Current Stage and Forecast for Wind River at Riverton	Current Stage and Forecast for Little Wind River near Riverton

Heavy Rain / Potential Flooding: Here is a comprehensive list of 3-day rain totals through Monday morning. Travelers can keep up-to-date with current road conditions by visiting wyoroad.info.

General Impacts

	Water covered roadways may still be present, causing travel difficulties. Travelers are encouraged to remember to "Turn Around Don't Drown!" Roadways across western Wyoming may also become slick due to accumulating hail.
	The impacts from flooding will remain a concern for at least the next couple days. Please be sure to stay away from flooded areas and allow emergency personnel plenty of room to conduct their operations.
	Most cases of hypothermia occur in the warm season when people are outdoors and exposed to wet and cold conditions. If you are invovled in flood relief efforts, be sure to move inside and warm your body, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious meals.