Waarschuwingen, Bettles

Flood Watch issued June 16 at 3:57PM AKDT until June 17 at 12:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Including the following areas, South Slopes of The Central Brooks Range and Upper Koyukuk Valley. This includes the cities of Wiseman, Coldfoot, Chandalar Dot Camp, Iniakuk Lake, The Dalton Highway From Mp 165 To Mp 232, Allakaket, Bettles, Evansville, and Alatna. * WHEN...Through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...This rain on snow event will result in high water level and potential flooding of low lying areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Water levels have already crested at the Middle Fork Koyukuk and Slate Creek gages along the Dalton Highway corridor while the South Fork Koyukuk is nearing its crest. This high water is making its way downstream towards Bettles/Evansville and Allakaket along the Koyukuk River. - Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc 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.