Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 17 at 11:07AM AKDT until May 17 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 12:07pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* 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...Until 10 PM AKDT this 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
approaching Grayling. High water and heavy ice runs along the
Yukon River may result in flooding.
The Yukon River gage at Galena is reporting 124.1 feet as of
0730 AM AKDT Sunday May 17th which is in the minor flooding
category.
- Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
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.
Area Description:
Middle Yukon Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK