Flooding caused by ice jams continues to be possible. Reports of local shifting and movement of river ice were received Friday evening, but the threat remains significant. This break up season has resulted in flooding between Marshall and Grayling and Yukon River communities further downstream should prepare for flooding now.
WHERE
Including the following areas: Alakanuk, Emmonak, Kotlik and Mountain Village.
WHEN
Through late Saturday night.
IMPACTS
High water may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- As of Friday evening, the River Watch Team estimated the ice jam is located several miles downstream of Marshall and is causing water to back up into upstream communities. The ice jam is backing up about 40 miles of chunk ice. Once this jam releases the breakup front will progress downstream and bring the potential for flooding to Pilot Station and St. Mary's due to additional ice jams and heavy ice runs. - Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
Recommendations
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. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
