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AKZ756-100015-

Hydrologic Outlook
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
448 PM AKDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...ELEVATED WATER LEVELS ALONG KUSKOKWIM AND JOHNSON RIVERS ON
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY...

Hydrologic Concerns:
* High water coming down Kuskokwim River, in combination with strong
  south to southwesterly winds, could cause bankfull conditions or
  minor flooding along the Kuskokwim and Johnson Rivers during high
  tide.

Locations:
* Along Kuskokwim River, from Bethel south to Napakiak.
* Along Johnson River, from Nunapitchuk and Kasigluk south to the
  Kuskokwim River.

Timing:
* Highest water levels will likely occur around high tide on Friday,
  from about 11 AM through 4 PM.
* Strongest winds (south to southwesterly, gusting up to 30 to 45
  mph) from about 4 PM Thursday through 4 PM Friday.

Next Steps:
* Monitor the forecast for updates.
* Be prepared to take action in case of minor flooding.


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