< Alaska Flood Watch | Effective 05/08/2026 21:56

Alaska Flood Watch | Effective 05/08/2026 21:56

Headline: 
Flood Watch issued May 8 at 8:56PM AKDT until May 9 at 9:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event: 
Flood Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
May 8, 2026 - 9:56pm
Expires: 
May 9, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible. * WHERE...Kuskokwim River near McGrath. * WHEN...Through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Flooding possible in McGrath. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The Kuskokwim River was moving normally at 7 PM, but appeared to stop moving around 8 PM at the south end of town. Water levels have not started rising yet, but an ice jam may result in flooding tonight. - Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
Instruction: 
If you live near or along the Kuskokwim River at McGrath stay alert and be prepared to take action. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Area Description: 
Upper Kuskokwim Valley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Fairbanks AK