Flood Warning issued June 14 at 6:58PM AKDT until June 17 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by snowmelt is occurring. * WHERE...Sagavanirktok near Milepost 305 To 356 On The Dalton Highway. * WHEN...Until 100 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 656 PM AKDT, Rapid snowmelt is causing flooding. Rapid river rises have already caused flooding of small streams, especially along the Sagavanirktok River. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Department of Transportation reported that the Dalton Highway is closed from Milepost 305 to Milepost 356. - http://www.weather.gov/aprfc
Fire Weather Watch issued June 14 at 3:08PM AKDT until June 18 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning, which is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday night. * AFFECTED AREA...Middle Yukon Valley, Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys and Upper Kuskokwim Valley. * TIMING...From 1 PM Tuesday to 1 AM AKDT Wednesday. * THUNDERSTORM COVERAGE...Numerous thunderstorms. * WINDS...West 5 to 10 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 30 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Highs in the lower 80s. * IMPACTS...Rapid ignition, growth and spread of fires will be possible. Frequent lightning can promote new fire starts. Hot and dry conditions may lead to rapid spread of fires.
Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 11:55AM AKDT until June 17 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Hot temperatures of 85F to 89F expected. * WHERE...Central and Eastern Interior including Tanana, Fairbanks, Fort Yukon and Eagle. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 7 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hottest temperatures up to 87F to 89F will be in the Yukon Flats. The Middle and Lower Tanana Valley will be around 85F to 87F. Isolated areas up to 90F are possible especially in the Yukon Flats.
Flood Watch issued June 14 at 10:58AM AKDT until June 17 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Rivers and creeks draining the Brooks Range including areas around Atigun Pass, Galbraith Lake, and The Dalton Highway from Mp 232 To Mp 322, the Central Arctic Plains, Central Beaufort Sea Coast, Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, and Western Arctic Plains. * WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Rapid snowmelt and ice jams could lead to flooding of rivers and streams across the North Slope. Access to roads, airstrips, and low-lying infrastructure may be affected. High flows could lead to bank erosion that could threaten nearby roads. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Flooding is
Heat Advisory issued June 13 at 10:22PM AKDT until June 16 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Hot temperatures of 85F to 89F expected. * WHERE...Central and Eastern Interior including Tanana, Fairbanks, Fort Yukon and Eagle. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 7 PM AKDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hottest temperatures up to 87F to 89F will be in the Yukon Flats. The Middle and Lower Tanana Valley will be around 85F to 87F.
Flood Watch issued June 13 at 11:15AM AKDT until June 17 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Rivers and creeks draining the Brooks Range including areas around Atigun Pass, Galbraith Lake, and The Dalton Highway from Mp 232 To Mp 322, the Central Arctic Plains, Central Beaufort Sea Coast, Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, and Western Arctic Plains. * WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Rapid snowmelt and ice jams could lead to flooding of rivers and streams across the North Slope. Access to roads, airstrips, and low-lying infrastructure may be affected. High flows could lead to bank erosion that could threaten nearby roads. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Flooding is
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 9:26PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
A strong storm system lifts from the North Pacific into the Bering Sea Friday morning tracking to the west of the Pribilof Islands by late Friday afternoon into the evening. Strong southeast winds will continue to increase along the southern Alaska Peninsula tonight; especially through Cold Bay. Strongest wind gusts, up to 65 mph, will occur between late Friday morning through the early evening hours. Confidence is low for wind gusts to reach 75 mph or greater. Winds will begin to diminish overnight into Saturday.
Heat Advisory issued June 12 at 8:46PM AKDT until June 15 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Hot temperatures up to 86 expected. * WHERE...Eielson AFB and Salcha, Fairbanks Metro Area, and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...From 1 PM to 7 PM AKDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Individuals and pets not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related concerns.
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 3:54PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Continued southerly, onshore flow into the Kuskokwim Delta coast is expected. Winds increase tonight, peaking by Friday evening with gusts to 45 mph. This continued push of wind is expected to amplify the tidal cycle, potentially pushing water levels higher than the normal highest tide line. Coastal erosion and flooding of low lying areas is possible. Wind speeds are expected to weaken and shift easterly by late this weekend. We will continue to monitor the forecast as the storm develops. Coastal residents should stay alert, and take appropriate action to prepare for potential water rises.
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 3:08PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
High pressure builds across the Interior this week as we experience a dramatic shift in the pattern. Temperatures rapidly increase in Interior valleys and by this weekend, widespread 80+ degree readings are expected and may continue into next week. For reference, the average daily high for Fairbanks is 71 degrees. For more information, please visit our website at www.weather.gov/afg