Headline:
Flood Warning issued May 12 at 5:37PM AKDT until May 13 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 12, 2026 - 6:37pm
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues.
* WHERE...Hughes.
* WHEN...Until 1000 PM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 533 PM AKDT, an ice jam remains in place on the Koyukuk
River near Hughes. Impounding water due to the ice jam has
caused water level rises, which has led to flooding of
properties in the lower areas of the community. Members of
the public and emergency managers report continued flooding
in low lying areas, including impacts to the airport,
residences, and school property.
- Riverwatch has reported that there has been some minor
degradation seen at the toe of the ice jam.
- 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:
Lower Koyukuk Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK