...FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding caused by persistent rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central and south central Washington, including the following areas, in central Washington, Kittitas Valley, Simcoe Highlands and Yakima Valley. In south central Washington, Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest and Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Through this 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 creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Flooding is expected to continue on the Naches and Yakima Rivers. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&