Headline:
Flood Watch issued May 17 at 9:58PM AKDT until May 18 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 10:58pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by high water and heavy ice runs continues
to be possible.
* WHERE...Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys. This includes the cities
of Grayling, Holy Cross, Shageluk, And Anvik.
* WHEN...Through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...High water may result in flooding of rivers, creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- The breakup front along the Yukon River has moved downstream
of Grayling. High water and runs of heavy ice from the Yuki
River ice jam release has been causing rapid water level
rises as it approaches communities. Water levels have already
risen to a few inches above the road to the airport with
additional rises expected as high water continues to move
downstream towards Grayling.
- 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:
Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK