The text reports an early break-up with low water levels in St. Mary's, Alaska, which is unusual as break-up usually comes with rising water levels due to ice jams. The post has been shared with the NWS Alaska - Pacific River Forecast Center and included in the LEO River Ice Project. The APRFC has provided a summary on April 28, 2016, stating that spring break-up is expected earlier than usual. The link to the complete outlook and information about the NWS River Watch program and breakup conditions around Alaska is provided.

Observation: Early break-up with low water this year. Usually break-up comes with rising water levels due to ice jams.

LEO Comment: This post has been shared with the NWS Alaska - Pacific River Forecast Center. It has also been included in the LEO River Ice Project. - According to the summary provide by APRFC on April 28, 2016, "Spring breakup is expected earlier than usual." Click here to read the complete outlook and for information about the NWS the River Watch program and on breakup conditions around the Alaska.