SOUTH SLOPES OF THE CENTRAL BROOKS RANGE — * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues.
* WHERE...Koyukuk River and Slate Creek.
* WHEN...Until 1000 PM AKDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Logs and other debris may be swept away.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1138 PM AKDT, river gauge reports indicate rises in water levels from rain and snowmelt that is beginning to cause flooding. Rapid river rises have already caused floodin
Flooding in South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range 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.
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