Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 9 at 11:55AM AKDT until May 10 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 12:55pm
Expires:
May 10, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim River near McGrath.
* WHEN...Through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...An ice jam at McGrath could lead to possible flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- An ice jam continues on the Kuskokwim River near McGrath with
water levels slowly rising. Public reports of minor flooding
in low lying areas on the upriver side of McGrath have been
observed where a large sheet of ice has jammed.
- 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:
Upper Kuskokwim Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK