Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 25 at 8:22PM AKDT until May 27 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 25, 2026 - 9:22pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by high water and heavy ice runs
overwhelming various outlet channels and causing intermittent
jamming continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Nunam Iqua and Kotlik.
* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...High water may result in flooding of rivers, creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- For Nunam Iqua: As of 2 PM Monday, River Watch observed a
partial jam near the South Mouth. Ice was primarily flowing
through the Casey Channel. Another 20 to 30 miles of heavy
ice and high water is expected to make water levels rise
through Monday night into Tuesday. Residents should take
precautions and continue to monitor the situation.
- 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:
Yukon Delta Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK