ICYMI: Storm Recovery Updates in Missoula From the Weekend

After last week's historic storm that some are comparing to hurricanes and tornadoes, Missoula still has areas without power.

Some important updates came in over the weekend, and if you only just got power back you may just be learning the latest information. Here's a recap of some of the most important information from the weekend:

Tree Debris - Critical Debris Only Please

With so much tree damage across Missoula, many of the tree debris drop-off sites are filling up fast. If the debris that you have isn't critical--meaning it isn't blocking byways or posing a risk to safety, please wait to make your drop-off. Try to keep debris out of streets and storm drains but if you can keep it in your yard, please wait.

Water Restrictions Have Been Lifted

Thankfully, water restrictions have been lifted. That means residents can return to domestic activities like using dishwashers and washing machines. The county did note specific instructions for septic tank users, asking them to "conserve water within their households to avoid sewage backup."

Some River Closures Have Been Lifted

One river closure, specifically the Clark Fork River to Rattlesnake Creek has been lifted, however, other parts of the Clark Fork and the Bitterroot River from the Chief Looking Glass fishing access site to the confluence is still closed. Greenough Park is also still closed.

Stay Away from Downed Power Lines

Northwestern Energy is asking everyone to please stay away from downed power lines, and if you see a downed line please call to report it. It's important because downed lines can cause injury or even death.

Governor Declares State of Emergency in Missoula

The Governor issued a "disaster declaration" for Missoula.

Community Emergency Response Team, Volunteers Supply Water and Ice

This weekend the Community Emergency Response Team delivered water and ice to Fort Missoula for residents still without power. This post from Commissioner Dave Strohmaier showed operations this weekend. We'll let you know if there will be another pick up opportunity.

We'll have more information today after the Missoula City and Missoula County hold a joint press conference at 2 pm.

RELATED STORIES

• The Aftermath From Last Night's Wild Storm in Missoula [Photos]
• Missoula Debris Drop-Off Sites Are Being Overwhelmed by Trees 
• How They Made It: Missoula Teens Trapped Under Power Lines