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Yukon government officials say the upcoming wildfire season is too far out to forecast, but potential flooding in Old Crow and the Klondike Valley are a major concern this spring.
The work has been revealing the effects of climate change and the costs of counter-acting extremities like forest fires, floods and droughts.
The risk of flooding around the Dawson City area is lower than it was last week, though water levels are still increasing on the Yukon and Klondike rivers.
Territory prepares for summer fire, flood season
The risk of serious floods or wildfires in Yukon this spring appears to be relatively low, according to the territorial government — though officials also warn that weather can quickly change everything.