WESTERN SUSITNA VALLEY — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Yentna River.
* WHEN...Until noon AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water could enter a few low-lying cabins along the Yentna River, particularly near Lake Creek.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 139 PM AKDT, recent heavy rains have caused rapid river rises. Minor flooding is expected to continue, especially along the Yentna River near Lake Creek. - For Yentna River at Lake Creek: At
Flooding in Western Susitna Valley can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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