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Flood Watch
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1018 AM AKDT Wed May 6 2026
.TANANA RIVER BREAKUP CONTINUES TO PROGRESS DOWNSTREAM OF NENANA.
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Including the cities of Minto, Rampart, Lake Minchumina, Tanana,
and Manley Hot Springs
1018 AM AKDT Wed May 6 2026
...FLOOD WATCH FOR AN ICE JAM IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Manley
* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- The Nenana Ice Classic tripod toppled on Monday and the
breakup front continues to progress downstream towards
Manley. Water levels at Manley are rising and ice is
starting to shift. As the ice is mobilized, the potential
for an ice jam below Manley exists.
- Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
- If you live near or along Tanana River stay alert and be
prepared to take action.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
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