Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 11 at 9:05AM AKDT until May 11 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 11, 2026 - 10:05am
Expires:
May 11, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim River near McGrath.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...An ice jam at McGrath could lead to possible increased
flooding above flooding impacts currently being observed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- An ice jam continues on the Kuskokwim River near McGrath with
water levels slowly rising. Public reports continued minor
flooding in low lying areas.
- 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.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services, law
enforcement, or to the National Weather Service when you can do so
safely.
Area Description:
Upper Kuskokwim Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK