Stormy weather is blowing up here. It's been pouring like crazy for days, and windy as heck! High water mixed with the storm surges from the coast is causing flooding in many low lying areas. Jeff and I drove down to the river on Friday, and the water was within two feet from the top of the wall. It was much higher than usual, muddy and extremely choppy. I couldn't believe that people were still going out in their small boats, but I think they were trying to get out before it got worse. Seems dangerously risky.
When the river rises, "puddles" around the tundra rise as well. It's fascinating how the water levels correct to stay about the same.
Here are some pictures. This area is called "Alligator Acres". It's very run-down and worn out looking, and the lowest area in Bethel. If there is flooding, it's always there first.
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