Flood Watch, Yukon Flats, 2025-05-06 11:55 AKDT.
WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
WHERE...Yukon River at Ft. Yukon
WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.
IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The breakup front has jammed on the downstream side of Six Mile Island. It is causing water to rise in Fort Yukon. Low lying areas including some roads and the boat launch are covered by water
- Upstream gages and reports do not indicate a significant surge of water coming from upstream. So while water levels may rise slightly higher, significant flooding is not expected at this time.
- Residents should continue to monitor this situation closely until the jam has released as water levels could change quickly. The River Watch Team will continue to fly the area today and provide updates as available
- Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
- If you live near or along the Yukon River stay alert and be prepared to take action.
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?zoneid=AKZ833
#AlaskaWeather
WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
WHERE...Yukon River at Ft. Yukon
WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.
IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The breakup front has jammed on the downstream side of Six Mile Island. It is causing water to rise in Fort Yukon. Low lying areas including some roads and the boat launch are covered by water
- Upstream gages and reports do not indicate a significant surge of water coming from upstream. So while water levels may rise slightly higher, significant flooding is not expected at this time.
- Residents should continue to monitor this situation closely until the jam has released as water levels could change quickly. The River Watch Team will continue to fly the area today and provide updates as available
- Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
- If you live near or along the Yukon River stay alert and be prepared to take action.
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?zoneid=AKZ833
#AlaskaWeather
