(Flooding in northwest Montana in screenshot from Montana Highway Patrol video.)

Gov. Greg Gianforte issued Thursday an executive order declaring a flooding disaster in northwestern Montana.

“Continued rainfall across northwestern Montana has flooded some of our communities, including the town of Libby,” Gianforte said in a statement. “This order will ensure resources are deployed quickly and effectively to protect Montanans and their property.”

In a social media post, the Montana Highway Patrol urged only necessary travel in Lincoln County, citing a request from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.

“Montana Disaster and Emergency Services is warning of increased flooding in Lincoln County that has affected several key bridges and led to closures on Hwy 2 between Libby and Kalispell as

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