Headline:
Flood Advisory issued May 12 at 7:34PM AKDT until May 13 at 12:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 12, 2026 - 8:34pm
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is expected.
* WHERE...Including the following areas, Yukon River including Ruby
to Big Eddy and upstream of there.
* WHEN...Until noon AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding in low-lying areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 729 PM AKDT, The River Watch Team reported an ice jam on
the Middle Yukon River near the mouth of the Yuki River.
Impounding water due to the ice jam may cause rapid river
rises upstream. Properties along River Road in Ruby may be
affected. High water has backed up from Ruby to upstream of
Big Eddy and may affect riverside structures and cabins.
- http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
Instruction:
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Area Description:
Middle Yukon Valley; Central Interior
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK