Riding Mountain Weather

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 98. Highs today will be in the mid 90s. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves on Fort Peck Lake will be up to 4 feet.

Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 98. Highs today will be in the mid 90s. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves on Fort Peck Lake will be up to 4 feet.

Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northeast Montana, including the following areas, Central and Southeast Phillips, Petroleum and Southwest Phillips. * WHEN...From 9 PM MDT this evening through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - - Thunderstorms will be moving east into the Watch area, with the potential of heavy downpours that would bring flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the Lake Wind Advisory, until noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.