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2020 Alaska River Break-up Preview
April 21, 2020 @ 10:00 am to 11:00 am AKDT
Speakers: Crane Johnson, National Weather Service; & Rick Thoman, ACCAP
Most of Alaska has just come off of a colder or snowier (or both) winter than in recent years. Crane Johnson with the NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center will review break-up basics and an overview of current conditions. ACCAP Alaska Climate Specialist Rick Thoman will provide the latest subseasonal outlooks that help inform the APRFC’s official break-up outlook.
Links Shared During Presentation
- Alaska Pacific River Forecast Center
- Current Breakup Outlook
- Alaska Breakup Map
- Graphical Breakup Outlook
Another useful link – AK Department of Environmental Conservation, Spill Prevention Preparedness and Response – HOME HEATING OIL TANK GUIDANCE
The Alaska Pacific River Forecast Center needs observations from your community this year:
Web Form: https://www.weather.gov/aprfc/submit?site=aprfc
Email: nws.ar.aprfc@noaa.gov
Phone: 907-266-5160 or 1-800-847-1739