High snow load and cool spring temperatures provide conditions for possible flooding. The State of Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is assisting communities in preparation for breakup along Alaska's major river systems this spring. Each spring the River Watch program renews a partnership between DHS&EM and the National Weather Service (NWS). The Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center (APRFC) and DHS&EM conduct aerial observations of rivers prone to ice jam flooding.

https://deltadiscovery.com/river-watch-ready-to-launch-as-spring-breakup-forecast-gives-above-average-flood-potential/

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