Flood Watch

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...The following areas, Susitna Valley and Hatcher Pass. This includes the cities of Skwentna, Willow, Talkeetna, Trapper Creek, Petersville, and Chulitna.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Area rivers, creeks, and streams are elevated from the previous rain event and will likely rise again over the next 24 hours.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A storm moving in today will bring an additional 1 to 2.5 inches of rain to the Susitna Valley and Hatcher Pass. As a result, fast responding rivers and streams along and east of the Parks Highway may be more susceptible to flooding with this event.

- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood