8/9/2024 2:09:00 PM until 8/10/2024 2:15:00 PM

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.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...The following areas, Northeast Prince William Sound and Southeast Prince William Sound. This includes the cities of Valdez, Thompson Pass, and Cordova. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Near saturated soils may lead to excessive runoff and result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. Landslides may be possible in areas of steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A period of rain is forecast for the Prince William Sound area beginning Saturday morning and continuing through Sunday night. There is moderate confidence for total rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches for Valdez, 1 to 2 inches for Thompson Pass, and 2 to 4 inches for Cordova, with higher amounts likely in higher terrain. Rain may be heavy at times resulting in excessive runoff on already near saturated soils. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - If you live near or along the Lowe River, stay alert and be prepared to take action in case of rising river levels.