Alaska Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/23/2026 05:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 23 at 4:43AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 23, 2026 - 5:43am
Expires: 
June 23, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
Continuing snow melt across the Chilkat River Valley has led to elevated flow in rivers and streams within the area. The Klehini River in particular has experienced flow rates in excess of 6,000 CFS at times. While temperatures will cool down through the upcoming week, snow levels in excess of 5,000 ft will continue to support additional runoff entering the Chilkat River Valley, maintaining elevated stream flow. For the Klehini River Near Klukwan: At 9:00pm the stage was 86.7 feet.
Area Description: 
Haines Borough and Klukwan
Forcast Office: 
NWS Juneau AK