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City of Whittier
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 :: 11:03 a.m. AKST

Community

Flood Watch until 06:00PM Thursday

* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt is possible.

* WHERE...Anchorage Bowl. This includes the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, And Eklutna.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Snow Wednesday will likely change to rain by Wednesday evening with 0.5" to 1.0" of rain possible. Rain on top of snow will lead to ponding of water on area of roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rain may fall on the existing snowpack leading to increased runoff. Flows in rivers may increase quickly and reach impactful levels. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - Storm drains should be kept clear of debris as much as possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: ANCHORAGE

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. Stay tuned to further developments on weather.gov/Anchorage or by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.

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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