YUKON DELTA COAST — * WHAT...Water levels of 3 to 5 feet above the normal high tide possible, with highest water level rises expected around Hooper Bay. Southeast winds could gust as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Yukon Delta Coast, primarily Hooper Bay.
* WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Moderate coastal flooding is possible. Roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Shoreline erosion may occur.
Flooding in Yukon Delta Coast can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS