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Flood Watch

National Weather Service Fairbanks AK

343 PM AKDT Mon May 6 2024



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Yukon Flats-

Including the cities of Stevens Village, Circle, Beaver, The

Steese Highway north of MP 124, Central, Venetie, and Fort Yukon

343 PM AKDT Mon May 6 2024



...FLOOD WATCH FOR AN ICE JAM NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY 

AFTERNOON...



* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible.



* WHERE...Circle



* WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon.



* IMPACTS...As of mid-day Sunday, not much change has been reported 

  and the Yukon River breakup front is roughly 30 miles upstream of 

  Circle, near Coal Creek.  There is a 20 mile run of dense ice 

  upstream the breakup front.  Residents of Circle should be aware 

  that the breakup front is approaching.  No overbank flooding has 

  been reported yet.  However as the breakup front moves downstream, 

  it is likely that small jams may form and release, leading to 

  fluctuating water levels and potential minor or moderate flooding.



* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

  - If you live near or along the Yukon River near Circle stay

    alert and be prepared to take action.



  - Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



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.



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