Active AlertsAroostook

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: Portions of north central and northern Maine, including the following counties, in north central Maine, Piscataquis. In northern Maine, Aroostook.
When: Until 630 PM EDT.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Additional Details: - At 317 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Russel Crossing and Big Machias Lake. - For flood safety visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.