Flood Watch for Middle Yukon Valley
What: Flooding caused by high water and heavy ice runs continues to be possible. Impacts: High water may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Where: Middle Yukon Valley. This includes the cities of...
Official alert brief
WHAT
Flooding caused by high water and heavy ice runs continues to be possible.
WHERE
Middle Yukon Valley. This includes the cities of Galena, Nulato, Kaltag, and Koyukuk.
WHEN
Through Saturday evening.
IMPACTS
High water may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
River Watch reports the Yukon River breakup front is 60 miles downriver of Kaltag. High water and heavy ice runs along the Yukon River may result in flooding. The Yukon River gage at Galena recorded a crest of 124.8 feet at 8 AM on Friday May 15th which is in the minor flooding category, with river levels dropping slightly to 124.5 feet by 1 PM. Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
Instructions
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.