A 10-mile ice jam on the Lower Kuskokwim River has caused severe flooding in Tuluksak, with the area experiencing its worst flooding in over a decade.
The Kuskokwim River breakup has led to widespread flooding, affecting roads and drinking water in several communities, with Kwethluk experiencing significant impacts.
In less than a day, the riverbank was eroded back more than 60 feet, threatening some cabins near the river.
Usually, the Snow Glacier and Skilak lakes release every two or three years. Both at the same time is unprecedented.
Meteorologists say the brunt of the storm is likely headed for the southern edge of the Seward Peninsula.
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