LOWER MATANUSKA VALLEY — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
* WHERE...Little Susitna River near Northern Matanuska Valley.
* WHEN...Until 830 PM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways, mainly along and near North Sushana Drive and near Houston.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 757 AM AKDT, river gauge reports indicate rises in water levels from heavy rain across the advisory area. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly,
Flooding in Lower Matanuska 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS