Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 10 at 2:55PM AKDT until May 11 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 10, 2026 - 3:55pm
Expires:
May 11, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible.
* WHERE...Stevens Village.
* WHEN...Through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...An ice jam could form on the Yukon River near Stevens
Village, which would lead to flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- The Yukon River breakup front is currently near Stevens
Village, where the River Watch team noted stronger ice in the
canyon downstream. If the breakup front stalls here, water
levels will rise with the potential for flooding in Stevens
Village.
- Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
- If you live near or along the Yukon River near Stevens Village,
stay alert and be prepared to take action.
Instruction:
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.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services, law
enforcement, or to the National Weather Service when you can do so
safely.
Area Description:
Yukon Flats
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK