Where to find information:
Web:
https://flood-atlas.service.yukon.ca/
Phone: For urgent assistance: Call 9-1-1
Radio: CFYT 106.9 FM. During emergencies, a summary is broadcast on 105.5 FM in Dawson and the Klondike Valley.
In Person: Info board on Front Street
Dawson-based Citizens can access some helpful information on flood preparation, emergency resources, and a guide to various advisories issued by Yukon Protective Services. Download our resource kit here.
2026 Season
FRIDAY MAY 1, 2026
*KLONDIKE REGION BREAKUP UPDATE*
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Ice Advisory for Lower Yukon River at Dawson:
An Ice Advisory was issued for the Lower Yukon River on May 1, 2026.
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The Yukon River ice cover is currently competent but is showing increasing saturation and degradation throughout the reach from the mouth of the Stewart River to the Alaska border. The ice cover along shorelines is weakening in most areas, and sections of open water are forming along south-facing slopes. Water levels at Dawson have been gradually rising. Water levels and flows are rising in large tributaries such as the Stewart River, reflecting increasing snowmelt contributions.
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Water Level Forecast:
Snowmelt runoff is expected to continue increasing as temperatures remain warm and overnight freezing becomes limited. Ice is expected to begin shifting on larger tributaries over the weekend, increasing pressure on the Yukon River ice cover early next week. A significant snowpack remains on the ground across the basin, with the potential to increase flows substantially.
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Safety:
Stay off the ice. Stay clear of fast-flowing rivers and potentially unstable riverbanks. Flood-prone property owners should have a flood plan in place in the event of a flood. See www.PreparedYukon.ca for more information about preparing for floods. We will continue to monitor conditions and will provide updates as conditions change.
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Read advisories on the Flood Hub, which also has daily updates to current water conditions: https://floods.service.yukon.ca/
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THURSDAY APRIL 30, 2026
*KLONDIKE REGION BREAKUP UPDATE*
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Klondike River Breakup Update April 28, 2026 – ICE ADVISORY ISSUED
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This is an update from the Dawson Emergency Control Group including City of Dawson, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and Government of Yukon response agencies.
The Klondike River is under an Ice Advisory.
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An Ice Advisory means: river ice is changing or expected to change. Ice may melt, break or move; large pieces of ice may be flowing in the river. River levels can change very rapidly. Changing ice conditions may cause isolated flooding in low-lying areas. As breakup continues, the Ice Advisory may be upgraded to a Flood Watch or Flood Warning.
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Sand and sandbags are available at the Mammoth Statue (across from the Commissioner’s Residence on Front St.) please help yourself.
Stay clear of riverbanks and stay off the ice. If you live near water, or in a flood-prone area, you should prepare to deal with flooding on your property. To learn about preparing for floods, visit www.PreparedYukon.ca or pick up more information at your local fire hall.
Read advisories on the Flood Hub, which also has daily updates to current water conditions: https://floods.service.yukon.ca/
Information will be shared:
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An update will be provided by Friday, May 1st, or earlier, if needed.