Thanks for joining us during flood week, for all the up to date information and to track conditions statewide, check out the APRFC’s website:
https://t.co/I5jHgpjfwA
And for all of NOAA’s flood safety tips & resources:
https://t.co/odCNENDbtz
Stay safe Alaska!
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The APRFC and partners fly the Yukon and Kuskokwim rivers during breakup season. See a birds eye view of the rivers here:
https://t.co/KAc0nVZA49
Photos are uploaded right after flights, so stay tuned for new photos coming at the end of April!
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The APRFC uses webcams, satellites, observer reports to keep our breakup map as up to date as possible. Help us share what happens in 2025-Submit observations by phone or email:
[email protected]
907-266-5160
Keep up to date with breakup:
https://t.co/TWkTFayIiD
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The 2025 Breakup Podcast is now live! Jen Wallace (SEOC) and Kyle Van Peursem (NWS) give you the latest on what to expect this breakup season in this DHS&EM Podcast! https://t.co/0gLzQ7MGm1... or https://t.co/RqtrSql7Sw
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On May 13th, an ice jam formed just downstream of Crooked Creek, triggering a rapid rise in water levels—up to 16 feet within hours. The event led to the worst flooding ever recorded in Crooked Creek.
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Above average snow in the Yukon coupled with cold April temps led to a mechanical breakup. On May 14, a 90-mile breakup front jammed downstream and caused water to backup into Circle. The river quickly rose and caused the worst flooding in Circle’s history!
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In August 1967, within an 8 day span, Fairbanks had experienced half of its average annual precipitation during an already wet summer.
For more information about the Chena River Flood visit:
https://t.co/RZBDNJ1BJt
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Dangerous river and lake ice conditions will develop as the deterioration of the ice continues over the next couple of weeks.
Ice thickness:
https://t.co/CmfyegX0Ye
River Conditions:
https://t.co/7rzJwrP0Ai
UAF Fresh Eyes Cameras:
https://t.co/CYanPjzCMM
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Cold water kills: ~20% of those who perish in cold water do so in the first minute of immersion.
When you fall in:
1 Min: Cold shock – catch your breath.
10 Min: Useful movement – get to safety or stay afloat.
1 Hr: Before hypothermia causes unconsciousness.
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During floods, water levels and flow rate can change quickly during flooding. Avoid flood waters at all costs!
Find out more:
https://t.co/i4kvouHoA2
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What is the best way to stay safe during a flood? Be prepared! Check out AK’s Emergency Plan https://t.co/h2b0iHZWbj
More resources here:
https://t.co/q2V00mPmlh
Report a flood to the River Forecast Center here:
https://t.co/L6vvwi8FZ5
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Glacier dammed lakes (GDL), or Jökulhlaups, are unique flood hazards in Alaska that can produce flooding anytime!
For more information and a map of know GDLs around Alaska:
https://t.co/9Rz1AdMiGT
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During the spring, frozen ground reduces the amount of water from melting snow or rainfall that can seep into the ground. A rapid warming can cause excessive melt water from the snowpack that can overflow streams, rivers and lakes.
https://t.co/q64MJJPjT7
There are 2 types of breakup, mechanical and thermal. Mechanical breakup can create dangerous ice jams. Ice jams are a serious hazard to Alaskans.
To report breakup near you, submit this form to our River Forecast Center:
https://t.co/YcVABP9B7m
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Alaska is a unique state for many reasons, one of which is the several types of potential floods. Throughout the day, we will highlight 3 main types of floods to be aware of here in Alaska.
https://t.co/0gp0r8uwns
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