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 Coastal Flood Watch, more significant coastal flooding possible around Monday night. Water Levels between 4 and 6 feet are possible.
* WHERE...Shishmaref.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM AKDT Sunday. 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.
Flooding in Shishmaref 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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