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Flood advisories
See flood advisories and water conditions on the Flood Hub.
Last updated: Monday July 6, 2026
High Streamflow Advisory: Yukon River at Carmacks
- The Big Salmon River peaked early yesterday morning and the Yukon River at Carmacks followed at midday. Flows on both rivers have dropped approximately 60 m3/s. The Yukon River at Carmacks peaked at an estimated 2,500 m3/s, and the Big Salmon River recorded its highest flow on record for the month of July. Low lying areas are inundated at current water levels, and large woody debris is expected to be mobilized.
- The water level rise on Lake Laberge is slowing and flow on the Teslin River is declining. The Big Salmon River and the Yukon River at Carmacks are expected to continue to decline today. The Big Salmon may respond late Tuesday or Wednesday to the forecast rainfall but any response on the Yukon River is expected to be more muted, possibly only a slow down of the rate of recession. While an increase cannot be ruled out, given the current forecast water levels are not expected to rise higher than yesterday’s peak.
- Instructions: Stay clear of the fast-flowing rivers and potentially unstable riverbanks during the high-streamflow period. Flood-prone property owners should have a flood plan in place in the event of a flood.
High Water Advisory: Teslin Lake
- Area: Teslin Lake, Teslin. Lake levels are rising, but no major flooding is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible.
- Instructions: If you live near water, or in a flood-prone area, you should prepare to deal with flooding on your property.
Wildfire information
See the fire map and fire danger ratings on the Wildfire Hub.
Travel advisories
Always check 511 Yukon before you travel. For highways within British Columbia, check DriveBC before you travel.
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Weather alerts and air quality advisories
Find weather alerts and air quality advisories for the Yukon from Environment Canada.
Emergencies
Always phone 911 in an emergency. If you cannot reach 911, find out what to do.