Breakup & Freeze-up
RSSSpring breakup and fall freeze-up on Alaska's rivers: Kuskokwim, Yukon, Nenana Ice Classic, village flooding concerns, ice-jam floods, last-ice safety
Ice Jam Near Kalskag Threatens Flooding Along Lower Kuskokwim River
An ice jam near Kalskag on the Kuskokwim River has prompted a flood warning through May 7, affecting communities including Bethel after spring breakup caused water to overflow roads and force early school release.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readBethel4 viewsAI
3-Year-Old Dies After Falling Through Ice in Goodnews Bay
A 3-year-old boy died after falling through thin ice on the Goodnews River in Goodnews Bay on April 23, prompting a community search and an ongoing Trooper investigation.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readGoodnews Bay4 viewsAI
