Montana National Guard rescues 87 people stranded by flooding in Montana

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Since June 13, Montana Army National Guard helicopter crews have rescued 87 people. 16 National Guard members were activated June 15 to staff seven road checkpoints to help with the safety of travelers in the Red Lodge area. The Montana National Guard can assist at the request of and in support of local and state partners.

3 months ago·Yellowstone National Park, United States

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87 people rescued in Montana as severe flooding leaves Yellowstone "dramatically" changed

Search and rescue teams used helicopters to locate and successfully evacuate people who were left stranded in the wake of historic floods that tore through Yellowstone National Park this week.

3 months ago·New York, United States

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The Hill

Montana National Guard rescues 87 people stranded by flooding in Montana

The Montana Army National Guard announced Wednesday that it has rescued 87 people stranded by floods in the state this week. The area near Yellowstone National Park has experienced extreme flooding…

3 months ago·Washington, United States

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NBC News

National Guard rescues 87 stranded in historic flooding in Montana

South-central Montana has been inundated with extreme flooding due to rapid snowmelt and heavy rains, causing Gov. Greg Gianforte to declare a statewide disaster Tuesday.

3 months ago·United States

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The Western Journal

60 Stranded in Rural Montana After Flooding, Told Rescue Could Take Weeks: Then National Guard Arrives

The people were told it could take up to four weeks for help to arrive, so they buckled down and started planning how they would survive.

3 months ago·Phoenix, United States

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NBC Montana

Montana National Guard rescues 87 people due to south, central Montana flooding

The Montana National Guard reports that they have rescued 87 people via helicopter and have flown more than 41 to help with Search and Rescue operations since significant flooding began in southern and central Montana. On Monday afternoon, two helicopters were dispatched and successfully rescued some civilians in the surrounding areas. On Tuesday, more helicopters were being dispatched to continue rescue efforts.

3 months ago

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National Guard rescues 87 stranded in historic flooding in Montana

NBC News - At least 87 people have been rescued as “significant” flooding inundates south-central Montana, wiping out bridges, destroying miles of road and forcing more than 10,000 visitors out of Yellowstone National Park. Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte declared a statewide disaster Tuesday due to the severe …

3 months ago

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