Spring Runoff

A National Weather Service hydrologist says Montana is in for a "sensational" spring runoff and recommends people who live along the state's rivers prepare for high water.

Gina Loss tells the Great Falls Tribune that people living in lower areas might want to consider sandbags.

She also says recreationists wanting to float rivers will face safety concerns due to increased flows.

Loss says the Madison is the driest river basin in the state, and that it's at 138 percent of average snowpack.

She says a sudden warming spell could create a real threat.

Story from the Associated Press