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The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a flood advisory for east-central California, including Alpine County, on Thursday evening.

The advisory is in effect until 5:15 p.m., according to a release from the NWS.

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

Areas where flooding is expected include rural areas of Alpine County near Carson Pass, Red Lake, and Hope Valley.