Red Lodge

A new law puts federal resources into improving forecasting for natural disasters, like the flooding that destroyed homes and downed bridges in some parts of Montana last spring.

Officials from Carbon County are worried that damages from the floods a few months back will not be done before winter.

The summer season started with much promise for towns along the iconic Beartooth Highway. Then, the floods hit.

A month after Rock Creek washed through the center of town, some restaurants in Red Lodge say they’re open for business and awaiting guests from near and far.

Red Lodge is still recovering after devastating floods hit the area in mid-June. Many businesses and locals are worried about surviving with hampered tourism and little insurance compensation.

As communities hit by last week's flooding begin the long process of rebuilding, they’re doing it with the help of volunteers from around the area who have come together to meet the basic needs of people affected.

Organizations and individuals have stepped forward to offer assistance to those affected.

Rain over the weekend spared southcentral Montana and the Red Lodge area a repeat of last week’s historic flood.

Crews are working to restore travel routes in the city of Red Lodge and surrounding areas.

The Montana Department of Transportation will begin repairs on the Beartooth Highway early next week following last weekend’s severe flood. Though the Beartooth Pass on the Montana side of the border wasn't damaged, it will require some cleanup prior to opening.