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High Wind Watch 2, NWS Fairbanks, AK

April 9, 2021

NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this high wind watch at Apr 9, 2021, 1:50 PM AKDT. It took effect at Apr 11, 2021, 3:00 PM AKDT. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 9, 2021, 1:50 PM AKDT (21:50 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 11, 2021, 3:00 PM AKDT
Expired
Apr 10, 2021, 1:07 PM AKDT
In force
Issued by
NWS Fairbanks, AK

The text

As transmitted.

912 
WWAK73 PAFG 092150
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
150 PM AKDT Fri Apr 9 2021

AKZ226-101500-
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.A.0002.210411T1800Z-210413T0000Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
150 PM AKDT Fri Apr 9 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow may cause reductions in visibility at
  times. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
2 follow-up statements
731 
WWAK73 PAFG 101107
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 AM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

AKZ225-110400-
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0012.210411T1500Z-210412T1500Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
307 AM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM AKDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM AKDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow may cause reductions in visibility at
  times. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AKZ226-110400-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.A.0002.210411T2300Z-210412T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
307 AM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
MONDAY MORNING...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow may cause reductions in visibility at
  times. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
008 
WWAK73 PAFG 102107
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
107 PM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

AKZ226-111700-
/O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0002.210411T2300Z-210412T1800Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0002.210411T1800Z-210412T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, 
Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
107 PM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SUNDAY TO 10 AM AKDT
MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Sunday to 10 AM AKDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow may cause reductions in visibility at
  times. Travel could 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.

&&

$$

AKZ225-111700-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0012.210411T1500Z-210412T1500Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek,
and Kantishna
107 PM AKDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM AKDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM AKDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow may cause reductions in visibility at 
  times. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 8, 6:31 PM AKDTWind AdvisoryAFG5 hr
Apr 9, 2:18 AM AKDTWinter Storm WatchAFG25 hr
Apr 9, 4:28 AM AKDTGale WarningAFG34 hr
Apr 9, 4:28 AM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFG10 hr
Apr 9, 1:51 PM AKDTWind Chill AdvisoryAFG13 hr
Apr 9, 2:05 PM AKDTBrisk Wind AdvisoryAFG24 hr
Apr 9, 2:45 PM AKDTBlizzard WarningAFG67 hr
Apr 9, 2:45 PM AKDTWind Chill AdvisoryAFG13 hr
Apr 9, 2:45 PM AKDTWinter Storm WarningAFG70 hr
Apr 9, 2:45 PM AKDTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFG70 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.