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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
National Weather Service ANCHORAGE AK
439 AM AKDT Tue Oct 22 2024


AKZ155-230045-
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel and Nunivak Island
439 AM AKDT Tue Oct 22 2024

...MINOR FLOODING IS POSSIBLE ALONG THE LOWER KUSKOKWIM RIVER
THROUGH TONIGHT...

Strong winds and storm surge along the coast could back up flow
along the lower Kuskokwim River, leading to minor flooding or 
erosion from now through tonight.

Flooding is possible along and near the Kuskokwim River, from 
Bethel to the mouth of the river. This includes tributaries, low-
lying areas, and nearby Tundra villages such as Napakiak.

Any flooding that occurs along the river is UNLIKELY to be as 
severe as it was for the August 17-18, 2024 event. Wind speeds
with this storm will be weaker, and water levels are about 2 feet
lower now than they were in August.

Residents should consider moving items to higher ground as a 
precaution, and carefully monitor conditions in flood-prone 
areas.

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