Flood Watch

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Highlands, Far Northern, North Woods, and north central Maine, including the following areas, in Central Highlands Maine, Central Piscataquis and Southern Piscataquis. In Far Northern Maine, Northwest Aroostook. In North Woods Maine, Northern Somerset. In north central Maine, Northern Piscataquis.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EDT Saturday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms will develop this afternoon. These storms will be slow movers and produce copious amounts of rain, as much as 1 to 2 inches per hour. These rainfall amounts will be capable of producing flash flooding, especially in mountainous terrain. - For flood safety visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood