Flash Flood Watch
Issued by NWS Juneau, AK
Issued by NWS Juneau, AK
650 WGAK67 PAJK 042254 FFAAJK URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED Flood Watch National Weather Service Juneau AK 154 PM AKST Wed Dec 4 2024 .A low and associated front will to move across the area tonight bringing more moderate to heavy rain across the region. The rain combined with a melting snowpack and high freezing levels will continue to provide runoff for area rivers and streams that are already running at an elevated level. AKZ320-325-051100- /O.NEW.PAJK.FA.A.0004.241204T2254Z-241205T1800Z/ /00000.0.RS.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/ Glacier Bay-City and Borough of Juneau- Including the cities of Juneau and Gustavus 154 PM AKST Wed Dec 4 2024 ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt is possible. * WHERE...The following area, Central Inner Channels. This includes the cities of Gustavus And Juneau. * WHEN...Through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, low-lying areas and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rain may fall on the existing snowpack leading to increased runoff. Flows in rivers may increase quickly and reach impactful levels. Between an 1 to an 1.5 inches of rain with localized higher amounts is possible through the overnight hours. - Storm drains should be kept clear of debris as much as possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. && $$ spencer.fielding