Atmospheric River in the Pacific Northwest and Northern Rockies this Weekend

A Pacific storm and atmospheric river will impact the Pacific Northwest states and northern Rockies this weekend, bringing locally heavy low elevations rain and heavy high elevation snow in the mountains. By Sunday over the Interior Northwest, rain combined with snowmelt will increase the risk of flood hazards. Flood Watches are in effect. Read More >

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A thunderstorm moved through Lavina, MT on May 16th producing a microburst with winds estimated at 70 mph. An unsecured shed was lifted off railroad ties and collapsed as it hit the ground. A few trees were also snapped with minor roof damage occurring to a few homes.

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Large unsecured storage shed was lifted off its elevated base and collapsed as it made impact with the ground.	Footings of the shed.	Pine was snapped near the base.	Pine was snapped at the base. Some rot was noted in the center of the tree.