Headline:
Flood Advisory issued May 9 at 12:25PM AKDT until May 10 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 1:25pm
Expires:
May 10, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues.
* WHERE...Chatanika near Tight Bend into Minto Flats.
* WHEN...Until 1000 PM AKDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...An ice jam on the Chatanika River is causing flooding of
some cabin properties along the river. More ice is still coming
from upstream so the flooding may increase before the jam releases.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- As of 1225 PM AKDT Saturday May 9th, the River Watch Team
reported today that an ice jam on the Chatanika River has
remained in a similar location to yesterday with perhaps a
slight drop in water levels. A mix of ice and high water
stretches for another 20 miles upriver with open water
continuing for about 10 miles to the Elliot Highway.
- http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
- If you have property along the Chatanika River below the Elliott
Highway, stay alert and be prepared to take action.
Instruction:
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Area Description:
Central Interior
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK