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Wind Advisory 46, NWS Fairbanks, AK

November 26, 2019

NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this wind advisory at Nov 26, 2019, 4:41 AM AKST. It took effect at Nov 27, 2019, 6:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 21 hr.

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The facts

Issued
Nov 26, 2019, 4:41 AM AKST (13:41 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 27, 2019, 6:00 AM AKST
Expired
Nov 28, 2019, 2:50 AM AKST
In force
21 hr
Issued by
NWS Fairbanks, AK

The text

As transmitted.

233 
WWAK73 PAFG 261341
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
441 AM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

AKZ225-270300-
/O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0005.191127T1500Z-191129T0900Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0015.191127T1500Z-191128T2100Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
441 AM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON AKST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be near passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ226-270300-
/O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0005.191127T1500Z-191129T0900Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0015.191127T1500Z-191129T0900Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
441 AM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT
AKST THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to midnight AKST Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be near passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ223-270300-
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0046.191127T2100Z-191128T0900Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
441 AM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to midnight AKST Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds from Delta Junction east.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
524 
WWAK73 PAFG 262259
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
159 PM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

AKZ225-271500-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.W.0015.191127T1000Z-191128T2100Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
159 PM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON
AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds gusting to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Wednesday to noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be near passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ226-271500-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.W.0015.191127T1000Z-191128T2100Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
159 PM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON
AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds gusting to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Wednesday to noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees. Widespread power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be near passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ223-271500-
/O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0046.191127T1500Z-191128T1500Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
159 PM AKST Tue Nov 26 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM AKST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds gusting up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds from Delta Junction west.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
003 
WWAK73 PAFG 271259
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
359 AM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

AKZ225-280300-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
359 AM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Near Alaska Range Passes.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ226-280300-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-191128T2100Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
359 AM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range near Passes.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ223-280300-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0046.191127T1500Z-191128T1500Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
359 AM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Delta Junction east.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
940 
WWAK73 PAFG 280041
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
341 PM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

AKZ226-281500-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
341 PM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds gusting to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range near Passes.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ225-281500-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
341 PM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds gusting to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Near Alaska Range Passes.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ223-281500-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0046.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
341 PM AKST Wed Nov 27 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds gusting to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Delta Junction east.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
870 
WWAK73 PAFG 281150
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
250 AM AKST Thu Nov 28 2019

AKZ225-226-281300-
/O.CAN.PAFG.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Denali-Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
Kantishna, Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
250 AM AKST Thu Nov 28 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

While the high wind warning is cancelled, a Winter Storm Warning
remain in effect.

$$

AKZ223-281300-
/O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0046.000000T0000Z-191128T1500Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
250 AM AKST Thu Nov 28 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

While the wind advisory has been cancelled, a winter weather
advisory remains in effect.

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Fairbanks, AK wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Nov 25, 2:52 PM AKST, 13 hours 49 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Nov 25, 2:52 PM AKST, 13 hours 49 minutes before
Northern Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
252 PM AKST Mon Nov 25 2019

.SYNOPSIS...
A strong storm moving through the Bering Sea will push a strong
front across the West Coast Monday evening into Tuesday. Along
with the front a surge of water will move to the coast producing
coastal flooding in the Norton Sound Region. The front will also
bring heavy snow and very strong winds to portions of the west
coast, with a mix of precipitation possible Tuesday night and
Wednesday as warmer air moves in behind the front over the Yukon
Delta. Heavy snow will move over the Western Interior Tuesday
afternoon into Wednesday. There is also a high wind potential in
the Alaska Range from Wednesday into Thursday.

Aloft...At 500 hpa..Models in good agreement through 84 hours.
We did a blend of the GFS and NAM for the afternoon forecast
package. Broad troughing over the state will give way to strong
southwest flow over the west coast Tuesday into Thursday. A
strong upper level 485 dam low will move over Eastern Russia on
Tuesday then track towards Wrangel Island on Wednesday.

Surface...A strong low will move to the Western Gulf of Anadyr by
Monday evening and deepen to 955 mb, then north along the
Dateline to Wrangel Island Wednesday morning at 971 mb. The low
in the Bering Sea will send a weather front to the southwest
mainland coast Monday morning. Strong southwest flow will develop
across the Central and Eastern Bering Sea Monday evening and
persist through Wednesday.

Arctic Coast and Brooks Range...As a strong low moves towards
Wrangel Island on Tuesday, the western north slope could see near
Blizzard conditions from Wainwright west and also in the Brooks
Range passes. Winter storm warnings have been issued for zones
201 and 205 and 206 for Tuesday into Wednesday. Strong winds
expected at Cape Lisburne with gusts up to 80 mph. There is
also a coastal flood warning for zone 202 for surge 2.5 to 3.5
feet above the normal high tide line. Flooding of low-lying
coastal areas and coastal erosion are expected. Erosion of the
sand berms near Utqiagvik is expected. Roads along the coast may
become flooded.

West Coast and Western Interior...Coastal Flood Warnings are in
effect for the coast-lines and Winter Storm Warnings for the
remainder of the West Coast. A high surf advisory has also
been issued for Saint Lawrence Island and the Bering Strait.
Strong weather front will move to the coast this afternoon
spreading heavy snow and very strong winds to the Lower Yukon
Delta and St Lawrence Island. Heavy snow will push inland along
with the strong winds that will work up the West Coast. Strongest
winds expected on the Capes and along the Chukchi Sea Coast. Winds
to 75 mph expected around Point Hope and Cape Romanzof, and along
the Bering Strait. Winds will be gusting to 45 mph or high at
most locations Tuesday into Wednesday.

For the coastal areas around Norton Sound, expecting 6 to 8 feet
above the normal high tide line. Flooding of low-lying coastal
areas and coastal erosion are expected. Flooding may cause
property damage or loss in the intertidal zone. In open water,
rough seas will make travel dangerous. In Golovin, the old runway
will be inundated along with low lying areas near it. For the Nome
area, rising waters will impact the Belmont Point area, and
travel along the Beach roads will be impacted. A coastal Flood
warning has also been issued for zone 207, for 3 to 5 feet above
the normal high tide line around Kivalina. Kotzebue will need to
be watched for the potential for water to be pushed into the
Lagoon area on Tuesday.

Central and Eastern Interior...Temperatures will slowly fall and
lows around zero to 10 below are expected Tuesday morning.
Southwest flow will moderate Temperatures Tuesday afternoon
through Thursday. Highs in the mid to upper 20s expected Wednesday
and Thursday. Heavy snow will begin to spread across the Western
Interior Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday. Winter storm warnings
are in effect for zones 218, 219 and 221 for the potential of 6 to
12 inches of snow. At this point it looks like the heaviest snow
will stay north and west of Fairbanks. Snow may make it into
Fairbanks late Wednesday into Thursday. A strong shortwave
will be moving across the range by mid week. Winds will ramp up
in the Alaska Range starting Wednesday morning and continue
through Thursday evening. High wind watches are in effect for
zones 225 and 226 for south winds gusting to 70 mph in the passes.

Coastal Hazard Potential Days 3 and 4...Coastal Flooding will be
receding and seas will be subsiding. None.

&&

.AFG WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch for AKZ225-AKZ226.

High Surf Advisory for AKZ213.

Winter Storm Watch for AKZ227.

Wind Advisory for AKZ227.

Coastal Flood Warning for AKZ202-AKZ207-AKZ211-AKZ212-AKZ214.

Winter Storm Warning for AKZ201-AKZ205-AKZ206-AKZ207-AKZ208-
AKZ209-AKZ210-AKZ211-AKZ212-AKZ213-AKZ214-AKZ215-AKZ216-AKZ217-
AKZ218-AKZ219-AKZ221.

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for PKZ210-PKZ220-PKZ225-PKZ230.

Gale Warning for PKZ200-PKZ215-PKZ230-PKZ235.

Storm Warning for PKZ210-PKZ215-PKZ220-PKZ225.

Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ235-PKZ240-PKZ245.
&&

NOV 19

The office that day

Everything else NWS Fairbanks, AK issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 25, 3:00 PM AKSTStorm WarningAFG13 hr
Nov 26, 4:08 AM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFG23 hr
Nov 26, 4:37 AM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFG49 hr
Nov 26, 4:41 AM AKSTHigh Wind WarningAFG46 hr
Nov 26, 5:03 AM AKSTGale WarningAFG34 hr
Nov 26, 5:03 AM AKSTHeavy Freezing Spray WarningAFG23 hr
Nov 26, 5:12 AM AKSTGale WarningAFG23 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.