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URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1220 PM AKDT Mon May 6 2024

.Spring snowmelt is expanding across rivers in the Copper River
Basin.  Area rivers and streams can expect to see widespread rises,
with minor flooding likely in low areas near rivers.

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Copper River Basin-
Including the cities of Slana, McCarthy, Glennallen, Paxson, and
Eureka
1220 PM AKDT Mon May 6 2024

...FLOOD WATCH FOR SNOWMELT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by snowmelt continues to be possible.

* WHERE...The following area, Copper River Basin.  This includes the
  cities of Glennallen, Eureka, Mccarthy, Paxson, And Slana.

* WHEN...Through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
  creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
  Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Storm drains and
  ditches may become clogged with debris.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - Snowmelt continues in the Copper River Basin, with locations
    such as Moose and Trooper Creeks at Glennallen continuing to
    see continued flooding.  Flood will be possible as snowpack
    in the Copper River Basin continues to melt during the week.
    Additional rainfall in the basin could enhance high water
    impacts in the basin.

  - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Baker