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City of Whittier
Saturday August 26th, 2023 :: 05:31 p.m. AKDT

Community

Flood Watch until 04:00PM Sunday

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

* WHERE...Including the following areas, Anchorage, Matanuska Valley, Susitna Valley and Western Kenai Peninsula. This includes the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, Eklutna, Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, Chickaloon, Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, Cooper Landing, Talkeetna, And Willow.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - As of 5pm AKDT, between 1.9 and 3 inches of precipitation have fallen in the Talkeetna Mountains and areas north of and including Talkeetna. As a result, watersheds downstream will continue to rise through the evening and may pose a risk of flooding. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - If you live near or along any creeks, streams, or rivers stay alert and be prepared to take action. - Storm drains should be kept clear of debris as much as possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MATANUSKA VALLEY ... SUSITNA VALLEY

Instructions:

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Address/Location
City of Whittier
PO Box 608
Whittier, AK 99693

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-472-2340

Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Possible (p <= ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Flood Watch

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