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High Wind Watch 3, NWS Fairbanks, AK

April 13, 2021

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

The counties it named.

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.

&&

$$
1 follow-up statement
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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 13, 2:44 AM AKDTWind AdvisoryAFG51 hr
Apr 13, 12:46 PM AKDTHigh Wind WarningAFG41 hr

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Sources

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