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Wind Advisory 49, NWS Fairbanks, AK
NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this wind advisory at Dec 8, 2019, 11:19 AM AKST. It took effect at Dec 9, 2019, 3:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 18 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 8, 2019, 11:19 AM AKST (20:19 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 9, 2019, 3:00 AM AKST
- Expired
- Dec 9, 2019, 9:03 PM AKST
- In force
- 18 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Fairbanks, AK
The text
As transmitted.
376 WWAK73 PAFG 082019 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 1119 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 AKZ225-091500- /O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-191208T2100Z/ /O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0016.191209T1500Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 1119 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Southeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. The strongest winds are expected near passes. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 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. && $$ AKZ226-091500- /O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-191208T2100Z/ /O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 1119 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range. The strongest winds are expected near passes * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ223-091500- /O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 1119 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. The strongest winds are expected near Delta Junction * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * 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. && $$
6 follow-up statements
878 WWAK73 PAFG 082026 CCA NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 1126 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 AKZ225-091500- /O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-191208T2100Z/ /O.COR.PAFG.HW.W.0016.191209T1500Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 1126 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. The strongest winds are expected near passes. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ AKZ226-091500- /O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-191208T2100Z/ /O.COR.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 1126 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range. The strongest winds are expected near passes * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * 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. && $$ AKZ223-091500- /O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 1126 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. The strongest winds are expected near Delta Junction * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
362 WWAK73 PAFG 090445 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 745 PM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 AKZ225-091545- /O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0016.191209T1500Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 745 PM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. The strongest winds are expected near passes. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 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. && $$ AKZ223-091545- /O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1200Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 745 PM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...East winds gusting to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. The strongest winds are expected near Delta Junction. * WHEN...From 3 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...East winds are expected to increase after midnight, with the strongest winds during the day on Monday. Winds are expected to decrease slowly after midnight Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ226-091545- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 745 PM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT AKST MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds gusting to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range. The strongest winds are expected near passes. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to midnight AKST Monday night. * 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. && $$
244 WWAK73 PAFG 091217 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 317 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 AKZ225-100300- /O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0016.191209T1500Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 317 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ AKZ223-100300- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 317 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * 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. && $$ AKZ226-100300- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 317 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Alaska range passes. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
583 WWAK73 PAFG 091402 CCA NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 502 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 AKZ225-100300- /O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0016.191209T1500Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 502 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ AKZ223-100300- /O.COR.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 502 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...East winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ226-100300- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.191209T1500Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 502 AM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Alaska range passes. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * 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. && $$
885 WWAK73 PAFG 092126 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 1226 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 AKZ225-100900- /O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 1226 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Loose objects will be blown around by the wind. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected near passes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ223-100900- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 1226 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...East winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * IMPACTS...Blowing snow may reduce the visibility at times. Loose objects will be blown around by the wind. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected near Delta Junction. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ226-100900- /O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-191210T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 1226 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST TONIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Alaska range passes. * WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected near passes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
461 WWAK73 PAFG 100603 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 903 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 AKZ223-226-100715- /O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-191210T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats-Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, Healy Lake, Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 903 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$ AKZ225-101500- /O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-191210T1500Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 903 PM AKST Mon Dec 9 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$
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 Dec 8, 5:19 AM AKST, 6 hours earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Dec 8, 5:19 AM AKST, 6 hours before
Northern Alaska Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 519 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 .SYNOPSIS... A weather system in the western Bering Sea will bring strong winds, snow and blowing snow to areas along the west coast this morning. A second low will bring another round of strong winds, snow and blowing snow to the west coast on Tuesday. The Arctic Coast will see increased winds and areas of blowing snow. Strong southerly gap winds will continue in the Alaska Range. A warming trend will continue for the Interior through mid week. .DISCUSSION... Overall the models are in decent out through the weekend. The models do diverge some for early next week, especially with how they handle the low moving through the Bering Sea Monday into Tuesday. An upper level 495 dam low west of Saint Lawrence Island will continue to track to the northwest and weaken. Another strong upper level feature will move over Bristol Bay by Monday. Surface...A 963 mb low west of St Lawrence Island will move into the Gulf of Anadyr by Sunday afternoon. A 953 mb low will reach Bristol Bay by Monday morning and will track to the northwest across the Bering Sea on Tuesday. Central and Eastern Interior...A warming trend will continue across the Interior through mid week. Gap winds in the Alaska range will persist through the morning then weaken this afternoon. Winds will pick up again on Monday and continue into Tuesday. A new issue of wind advisories for zones 223, 225 and 226 will likely be needed for the afternoon forecast package. A front will move to the north across the Interior on Sunday. This system will bring a quick shot of snow to areas from Fairbanks north and west. Fairbanks will see less than one inch of snow. Areas north and west of Fairbanks will see 3 to 5 inches. A winter weather advisory is still in effect for zone 219 through Sunday afternoon. North Slope and Brooks Range...Strong easterly winds will continue through Sunday afternoon with areas of low visibility in blowing snow. Winter weather advisories are still in effect for the north slope. West coast...A 963 mb low west of Saint Lawrence Island will continue to bring strong winds to the Island through this morning. Another 953 mb low will reach Bristol Bay by Monday morning and will track to the northwest across the Bering Sea on Tuesday. This next low will bring another round of strong winds, snow and blowing snow to the Yukon Delta and Saint Lawrence Island. Headlines will likely be reissued for these areas Monday into Tuesday. Coastal Hazard Potential Days 3 and 4...None && .AFG WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... Wind Advisory for AKZ225-AKZ226. Winter Storm Warning for AKZ213. Winter Weather Advisory for AKZ201-AKZ202-AKZ203-AKZ204-AKZ217- AKZ219. Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for PKZ210-PKZ220-PKZ230. Gale Warning for PKZ200-PKZ210-PKZ240-PKZ245. Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ200-PKZ215-PKZ220-PKZ230-PKZ235. && DEC 19
In the hours before
Special weather statement, Dec 8, 7:48 AM AKST, 3 hours 31 minutes before
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 748 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 AKZ211-090000- Southern Seward Peninsula Coast- Including Nome, White Mountain, and Golovin 748 AM AKST Sun Dec 8 2019 ...Elevated Surf Today... Southerly winds will bring elevated water levels today to the southern Seward Peninsula Coast today. Water levels are expected to be 1 to 2 feet above the normal high tide line. Water levels will drop overnight as winds become more easterly.
The office that day
Everything else NWS Fairbanks, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 4:02 AM AKST | Brisk Wind Advisory | AFG | 12 hr | |
| Dec 8, 4:08 AM AKST | Brisk Wind Advisory | AFG | 11 hr | |
| Dec 8, 11:19 AM AKST | High Wind Warning | AFG | 38 hr | |
| Dec 8, 11:25 AM AKST | High Wind Warning | AFG | 34 hr | |
| Dec 8, 12:41 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AFG | 39 hr | |
| Dec 8, 2:52 PM AKST | Winter Storm Warning | AFG | 47 hr | |
| Dec 8, 2:52 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AFG | 47 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.