Chuathbaluk, AK Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...FLOOD WARNING FOR AN ICE JAM IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT TUESDAY...
...REPLACES FLOOD ADVISORY...

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

* WHERE...Kuskokwim River near Upper and Lower Kalskag.

* WHEN...Until 1000 AM AKDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 305 PM AKDT, the River Watch Team reported that the
breakup front passed Lower Kalskag and then stalled
downriver, likely due to low water and still intact ice
downriver. River levels have come up rapidly and locals have
reported the road between Upper and Lower Kalskag is
impassable.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.

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