Weather Alert in Alaska
Flood Advisory issued August 29 at 11:24AM AKDT until August 30 at 11:45AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
AREAS AFFECTED: Western Susitna Valley; Central Susitna Valley
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Kroto Creek and other small streams near Petersville Road in the Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Until 1145 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. Significant runoff may cause flooding of creeks and rivers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1120 AM AKDT, trained weather spotters reported flooding from the recent heavy rain. This is occurring from overflow of poor drainage areas, especially near Kroto Creek and other small streams near and along the Petersville Road. Parts of the road may be impassible through Saturday morning. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... mainly rural areas of Western Susitna Valley and Central Susitna Valley zones - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
INSTRUCTION: Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
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