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High Wind Watch 3, NWS Fairbanks, AK
NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this high wind watch at Apr 13, 2021, 2:44 AM AKDT. It took effect at Apr 14, 2021, 2:00 PM AKDT. It was in force for .
The area
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The facts
- Issued
- Apr 13, 2021, 2:44 AM AKDT (10:44 UTC)
- In effect from
- Apr 14, 2021, 2:00 PM AKDT
- Expired
- Apr 13, 2021, 12:46 PM AKDT
- In force
- Issued by
- NWS Fairbanks, AK
The text
As transmitted.
084 WWAK73 PAFG 131044 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 244 AM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 AKZ223-140430- /O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0013.210414T2200Z-210415T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 244 AM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM AKDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...From 2 PM Wednesday to 1 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ225-140430- /O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0013.210414T1800Z-210415T0900Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 244 AM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM AKDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 1 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ226-140430- /O.NEW.PAFG.HW.A.0003.210414T2200Z-210415T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 244 AM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Local areas of blowing and drifting snow is possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility may be reduced at times in blowing and drifting snow. 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. && $$
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840 WWAK73 PAFG 132046 NPWAFG URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 1246 PM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 AKZ226-141400- /O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0003.210414T2200Z-210415T0900Z/ /O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0003.210415T0000Z-210415T0900Z/ Eastern Alaska Range- Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake 1246 PM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM AKDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range. * WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 1 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility may be reduced at times in blowing and drifting snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ AKZ223-141400- /O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0013.210415T0000Z-210415T0900Z/ Deltana and Tanana Flats- Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake 1246 PM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM AKDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Deltana and Tanana Flats. * WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 1 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ AKZ225-141400- /O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0013.210414T2000Z-210415T0900Z/ Denali- Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Carlo Creek, and Kantishna 1246 PM AKDT Tue Apr 13 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM AKDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Denali. * WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 1 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Fairbanks, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2:44 AM AKDT | Wind Advisory | AFG | 51 hr | |
| Apr 13, 12:46 PM AKDT | High Wind Warning | AFG | 41 hr |
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