Buckland, AK Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...FLOOD WATCH FOR AN ICE JAM NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Buckland.

* WHEN...Through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Water backing up behind the ice jam along with snowmelt
in the region will result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams,
and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams
may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Local reports from Buckland indicated an ice jam on the
Buckland River above the community of Buckland. As of early
Saturday morning water is still over some roads. In addition
lakes are bankfull in the region. Because this ice jam is
upriver, flood potential could become more significant when
the jam releases.

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

- If you live near or along the Buckland River stay alert and be
prepared to take action.

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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