SHISHMAREF — * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding is possible with water levels between 2 to 4 feet above the normal high tide line. For the High Surf Advisory, water levels between 1 to 3 ft above the normal high tide line. For the Coastal Flood Watch, more significant coastal flooding possible around Monday night. Water Levels between 3 and 5 feet are possible.
* WHERE...Shishmaref.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM AKDT Sunday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 10 PM Sunday to 4 AM AKDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late Monday night through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding is possible. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Water levels up to 4 feet in Shishmaref may result in erosion on the road to the landfill with high water in the lagoon.
Local conditions in Shishmaref may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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