Flood Watch, Yukon Flats, 2025-05-06 15:53 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 and is causing flooding in Ft. Yukon. Low lying areas including some roads and the boat launch are covered by water.
- As of 3pm Tuesday water levels have started to drop indicating the jam is releasing. Upstream gages and reports do not indicate a significant surge of water coming so water levels should continue dropping
-The RiverWatch team will fly the breakup front again tomorrow and provide a status update via KZPA.
- 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 and is causing flooding in Ft. Yukon. Low lying areas including some roads and the boat launch are covered by water.
- As of 3pm Tuesday water levels have started to drop indicating the jam is releasing. Upstream gages and reports do not indicate a significant surge of water coming so water levels should continue dropping
-The RiverWatch team will fly the breakup front again tomorrow and provide a status update via KZPA.
- 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
