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Heavy Rain and Localized Flooding Threat Across Montana and Parts of the Plains
Periods of heavy rain are expected across Montana today as a slow-moving storm system tracks northward through the region. The heaviest rainfall is likely across eastern Montana, where thunderstorms may produce intense downpours capable of causing localized flash flooding. Flooding concerns will be greatest in low-lying areas, near streams, and in locations that are vulnerable to rapid runoff. Farther west across Montana, more widespread rainfall may lead to longer-duration flooding concerns, including rises on rivers and streams. Additional pockets of heavy rain are possible from the Northern Plains into parts of the Mid-Mississippi Valley, where isolated flash flooding may occur. Across portions of the Southeast, including parts of Alabama and Georgia, repeated showers and thunderstorms could also produce locally heavy rainfall and minor flooding issues.

Low Fire Weather Concerns Across the West and Central United States
Fire weather concerns are expected to remain low across much of the western and central United States today. A weather system moving from the central Rockies into the northern Rockies will help maintain a broad southwest flow pattern across the region. While some areas of the Southwest and Great Basin continue to have dry and receptive vegetation, the strongest winds are expected to remain separated from those locations. In areas where breezy conditions could develop, recent rainfall has helped improve moisture levels and reduce the potential for rapid fire growth. As a result, widespread critical fire weather conditions are not anticipated. Localized fire activity remains possible where dry fuels persist, but weather conditions are expected to limit the risk of significant wildfire spread today.