CENTRAL ARCTIC PLAINS; CENTRAL BROOKS RANGE — * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt is expected.
* WHERE...Sagavanirktok River along the Dalton Highway, mileposts 310-340.
* WHEN...Until Thursday afternoon
* IMPACTS...Road washouts are possible on the Dalton, especially in low lying areas adjacent to the Sag River and in vicinity of stream crossings if lingering ice results in culvert blockages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - As of Tuesday morning the Sag River at the USGS gage near Ice Cut was showing water levels approaching bankfu
Flooding in Central Arctic Plains; 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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