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Flood Watch
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
309 PM AKDT Sat May 11 2024

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Yukon Flats-
Including the cities of Venetie, Stevens Village, Fort Yukon,
Central, The Steese Highway north of MP 124, Circle, and Beaver
309 PM AKDT Sat May 11 2024

...FLOOD WATCH FOR AN ICE JAM REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.

* WHERE...The Yukon River near Circle

* WHEN...Through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Residents of Circle should be aware of a persistent ice
  jam 12 miles from Circle. No overbank flooding has been reported
  yet. However, as the ice jam breaks up it is likely that small
  jams will form and release, leading to rapidly changing water
  levels with the potential for minor or moderate flooding at Circle.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - The ice jam that formed 12 miles up stream from Circle
    remains in place. This ice jam remains firmly entrenched,
    however the ice is showing signs of rot and weakening. The
    flood threat continues to diminish due to some of the built
    up water passing the jam location. This jam is expected to
    stay in place for the next few days.

    Also, downstream of Circle small sloughs and streams are
    clearing of ice, and the main channel of the Yukon is
    beginning to break up in place. This further reduces the
    flood threat for areas downstream of Circle at least as far
    as Beaver.

    As of 2pm today, 5/10, the Yukon River at Fort Yukon was
    running swiftly against the bank immediately beside the
    community of Fort Yukon. There may be some concern for bank
    erosion and minor damage. Be cautious when walking near the
    river bank in this area.

    Even with a reduced flood threat, people living along the
    Yukon River should remain vigilant until the ice jam threat
    passes.

    As of today, 5/10, River Watch flights for the upper Yukon
    have been demobilized. The watch will remain active through
    Monday at noon. Please report any flooding or other ice jam
    related issues to WFO Fairbanks.
    Phone: 907-458-3708
    Email: fairbanks.weather@noaa.gov

  - 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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