Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 13 at 8:55AM AKDT until May 14 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 13, 2026 - 9:55am
Expires:
May 14, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Tuluksak, Akiak, Kwethluk, Bethel, Napaskiak, Oscarville,
and Napakiak.
* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- For Kwethluk: Ice jammed in the lower Kuskokuak channel at
and just upstream of the Y, or confluence with the Akiak
Channel of the Kuskokwim, has resulted in water rising in and
near Kwethluk. River Watch aerial reconnaissance noted water
has already started inundating surrounding low-level areas
near the community. Aerial reconnaissance also noted that
there are several spots of open water in the upper portion of
the Kuskokuak Channel, as well as downstream beyond the Y.
Until the ice shifts or moves, residents should prepare for
continued rising water levels, particularly in flood-prone
lower areas.
Akiak and Tuluksak: Original ice still in place which may
cause flooding as the breakup front moves downstream from
Kalskag.
Ice jams have been observed at/near Tuluksak, a few around
Akiak, and near Bethel, with a decaying jam near Napaskiak
downriver. Almost no intact-original ice is in place above
Bethel, with a mix of broken sheets.
- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Monitor the latest 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:
Interior Kuskokwim Delta
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK