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Last week some Sheridan County residents were trying to make sure the water in their pipes didn’t freeze, now there are some different water concerns.
In less than one week, the temperature, according to readings from the Sheridan County Airport, went from negative 27 degrees Fahrenheit this past Thursday (February 20th) to 52 degrees on Monday (February 24th), which is a 79 degree turnaround.
Sheridan County Emergency Management says such a large and fast turnaround has some residents concerned about flooding.
High temperatures on Thursday (February 27th) could get into the low 60s, and are forecasted to be in the mid to upper 50s through this coming weekend.
The National Water Prediction Service says up to 1 inch of snow water has already melted from the snowpack and another 1-3 inches remain.
Water could accumulate near home foundations, increasing the chance of basement flooding.
Plugged culverts, ditches and storm drains may result in water on roadways.
Ice jams could develop in various creeks, streams and rivers, and unpaved roads may suddenly thaw, resulting in muddy and/or impassable conditions.
Sandbags are seasonally available at the City of Sheridan Service Center, located at 1148 KROE Lane, the Fire Halls in both Story and Big Horn, the County Shop, near the Girls School, the Sheridan County Fairgrounds, behind the Ranchester Town Hall and at the Town Shop in Dayton.
Residents have to fill and transport the sandbags themselves.
Emergency Management Officials suggest you have at least 1 person help fill bags, bring your own gear, including a shovel, and fill the sandbag between 1/2 and 2/3rds full.
Avoid overfilling sandbags as this increases the chances of the bags splitting.
Click here for more sandbag information
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Last modified: February 25, 2025