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Alaska Rivers Flood Villages, State Responds
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- May 13, 2026
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- 103
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Summary
Ice jams in Interior Alaska cause unexpected flooding in Chalkyitsik and Hughes, prompting Governor Dunleavy to declare a state disaster emergency. Despite initial concerns, the situation in other high-risk areas like the Yukon, Tanana, and Kuskokwim rivers proved less severe. Hughes residents, around 80, sought shelter as waters surged, with eight homes affected and no full damage assessment yet. Quick response teams, including state troopers, Tanana Chiefs Conference, and the Red Cross, are providing aid and assessing access to nearby Air Force strips. Western Alaska villages along the Kuskokwim remain under flood watches, with some areas already experiencing water rises near schools and tanks. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/eaf93fca1ac0b104