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High Wind Warning 4, NWS Fairbanks, AK

August 31, 2023

NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this high wind warning at Aug 31, 2023, 1:43 AM AKDT. It took effect at Aug 31, 2023, 12:00 PM AKDT. It was in force for 18 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Aug 31, 2023, 1:43 AM AKDT (09:43 UTC)
In effect from
Aug 31, 2023, 12:00 PM AKDT
Expired
Sep 1, 2023, 6:29 AM AKDT
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Fairbanks, AK

The text

As transmitted.

119 
WWAK73 PAFG 310943
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

AKZ226-010000-
/O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0001.230831T2000Z-230901T1600Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0004.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM AKDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range, mainly Isabel Pass.

* WHEN...From noon today to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ219-010000-
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-010000-
/O.EXB.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 4 PM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ223-010000-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM AKDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Fort Greely to Delta Junction.

* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ225-010000-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T1800Z-230901T1200Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Cantwell, 
Carlo Creek, and Kantishna
143 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 4 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
661 
WWAK73 PAFG 311438
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

AKZ226-010200-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0004.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM
AKDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range, mainly Isabel Pass.

* WHEN...From noon today to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ222-311800-
/O.NEW.PAFG.FG.Y.0005.230831T1438Z-230831T1800Z/
Middle Tanana Valley-
Including the cities of Fairbanks, Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, 
Ester, North Pole, Moose Creek, Two Rivers, Fox, Chatanika, 
Chena Hot Springs, and Sourdough Camp
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

* WHERE...Middle Tanana Valley.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$

AKZ219-010200-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-010200-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 4 PM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ223-010200-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM AKDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Fort Greely to Delta Junction.

* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ225-010200-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T1800Z-230901T1200Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Cantwell, 
Carlo Creek, and Kantishna
638 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 4 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
148 
WWAK73 PAFG 311600
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

AKZ222-311700-
/O.CAN.PAFG.FG.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230831T1800Z/
Middle Tanana Valley-
Including the cities of Fairbanks, Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, 
Ester, North Pole, Moose Creek, Two Rivers, Fox, Chatanika, 
Chena Hot Springs, and Sourdough Camp
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

$$

AKZ226-010800-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0004.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM
AKDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range, mainly Isabel Pass.

* WHEN...From noon today to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ219-010800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-010800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 4 PM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ223-010800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T2000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 AM AKDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Fort Greely to Delta Junction.

* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ225-010800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230831T1800Z-230901T1200Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Cantwell, 
Carlo Creek, and Kantishna
800 AM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 4 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
042 
WWAK73 PAFG 312124
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

AKZ226-011430-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range, mainly Isabel Pass.

* WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ219-011430-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...1 PM Friday to 7 AM Saturday

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-011430-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 4 PM AKDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ223-011430-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
  continuing.

* WHERE...Fort Greely to Delta Junction.

* WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ225-011200-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-230901T1200Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Cantwell, 
Carlo Creek, and Kantishna
124 PM AKDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
  continuing.

* WHERE...Denali.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 4 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
367 
WWAK73 PAFG 011136
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

AKZ225-011245-
/O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-230901T1200Z/
Denali-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Cantwell, 
Carlo Creek, and Kantishna
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...



$$

AKZ226-011800-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS
MORNING...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range, mainly Isabel Pass.

* WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ219-011800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM AKDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...1 PM Friday to 7 AM Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-011800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 PM AKDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ223-011800-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
336 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  continuing.

* WHERE...Fort Greely to Delta Junction.

* WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
174 
WWAK73 PAFG 011429
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
629 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

AKZ226-011530-
/O.CAN.PAFG.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Eastern Alaska Range-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
Trims DOT Camp, Eagle Trail, and Mineral Lake
629 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...


$$

AKZ223-011530-
/O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-230901T1800Z/
Deltana and Tanana Flats-
Including the cities of Salcha, Delta Junction, Fort Greely, 
Harding/Birch Lake, Dry Creek, Dot Lake, and Healy Lake
629 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...


$$

AKZ219-020130-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0028.230901T2100Z-230902T1500Z/
Upper Koyukuk Valley-
Including the cities of Allakaket, Hughes, Bettles, 
Caribou Mountain, and Gobblers Knob
629 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM AKDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Dalton Highway.

* WHEN...1 PM Friday to 7 AM Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ220-020130-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0027.230901T1800Z-230903T0000Z/
Yukon Flats and Surrounding Uplands-
Including the cities of Fort Yukon, Venetie, Central, Circle, 
Stevens Village, Beaver, Chalkyitsik, Birch Creek, 
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, and Twelvemile Summit
629 AM AKDT Fri Sep 1 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 PM AKDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Summits along the Steese Highway.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning 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 high wind warning went out at Aug 30, 12:03 PM AKDT, 13 hours 40 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Aug 30, 12:03 PM AKDT, 13 hours 40 minutes before
Northern Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1203 PM AKDT Wed Aug 30 2023

.SYNOPSIS...
A cool front is moving northeast across the Interior bringing rain
and clouds and cooler temps. Rain continues over the Brooks Range
with swollen rivers discharging the W Brooks Range running high.
The Tanana is also running high from heavy rains over the Alaska
Range. More rain is coming as former Typhoon Damrey moves into
Bristol Bay then the Interior, which will bring high winds to the
AK Range, as well.

&&

.DISCUSSION...

Upper Levels and Analysis...
A broad upper trough is moving northeast across the Interior with
the low center over the YK Delta, analyzed around 542 dam. A
rapidly deepening low is forming from the tropical remnants of
Typhoon Damrey with that low currently just south of Atka. The low
is analyzed around 965 mb. A remnant thermal trough persists over
the Fortymile Uplands near the ALCAN border.

Model Discussion...
The numerical models are pretty locked in with the remnants of
Damrey as it moves inland through Friday. They are also in much
better agreement with a shortwave trough digging across the
Mainland late Friday and Saturday. The NAM and ECMWF were favored
models.

Central and Eastern Interior...
Showers over most of the Interior as the cold front shifts
through. Isolated thunderstorms and heavier rains will be
possible over the Fortymile today and this evening, then it will
be stable thereafter.

Attention quickly turns to former Typhoon Damrey as it moves from
Bristol Bay to the Kuskokwim Valley. This will induce a strong
gradient across the AK Range with gusts to 70 mph possible over
the Isabel Pass and 60+ in Windy Pass near Denali and into Delta
Junction. These will be strongest from Thursday midday through
Friday morning. As the low lifts north, southwest winds will then
develop across the whole Interior, and they will be rather gusty
with widespread 30 mph gusts, some higher over Interior highlands
on Friday. Friday is honestly going to be a "raw" day with strong
winds and showers along with cool temps.

West Coast and Western Interior...
Remnants of Typhoon Damrey will move into the Kuskokwim Valley
then track north along the Nulato Hills then across the northwest
Arctic, tonight through Friday. This storm will bring initially
strong east to northeast offshore winds then westerly onshore
winds behind it, which will be rather strong, possibly near gale
force along the immediate coast. Onshore flow diminishes Friday
night. Widespread rain will also accompany this storm with with
widespread 0.5 to 1 inch amounts, locally higher values in the W
Brooks Range, through Friday. Yet another front with southeast
winds and more rain moves in Saturday.

North Slope and Brooks Range...
Fog and stratus with onshore flow will persist as a high remains
anchored offshore through tonight. A trough will move offshore
early tomorrow and may bring a brief reprieve from stratus and
fog. It will also bring showers to the eastern half of the Arctic
tonight. More onshore northeast winds develop late afternoon
Thursday. Rain mixed with snow move into the Brooks Range late
Friday into Saturday as an arctic trough digs in, bringing snow
levels down as low as 3000 feet over the western parts of the
range.

Extended Forecast Days 4-7...
Another front is moving inland from the west Saturday night and
Sunday and will bring rain chances to the rest of the Mainland
Sunday and Monday. The upper flow remains progressive into the
middle of next week with likely cooler temps and chances for rain.

Coastal Hazard Potential Days 3 and 4...See SPS for West Coast
regarding elevated surf.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Isolated wet thunderstorm chances today for the Fortymile Uplands,
then a cool front will stabilize the whole Interior and also bring
cooler temps again. A strong chinook develops tomorrow near the AK
Range with gusts to 40-70 mph, strongest near Isabel Pass. More
rain and cool weather with gusty southwest winds pushes across
the Interior Friday.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...
Minor flooding along the Tanana River is expected through Friday,
and may last into the weekend. More rain is expected over the south
slopes of the Alaska Range through the end of the week. This will
cause water levels to remain high on many rivers into the weekend. This
will also keep chances of flooding along with mud and rock slides
in the South Slopes of the Alaska Range between Denali Park and
Isabell Pass. Small rivers and creeks in the the Alaska Range,
including Denali Park will see bankfull water levels.

The 2 to 4 inches of rain that fell the past week over the Koyukuk
Basin from the Dalton Highway West, and over the Kobuk and Upper
Noatak Basins has now worked its way downstream through tributaries
and is working its way into the mainstem of these rivers. Another
one to 1.5 inches of rain is expected over this area through
Saturday.

&&

.AFG WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
AK...Flood Watch for AKZ208-217>219.
     Wind Advisory for AKZ223.
     Wind Advisory for AKZ225.
     High Wind Watch for AKZ226.
PK...Small Craft Advisory for PKZ861.
&&

Ahsenmacher

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 31, 1:43 AM AKDTWind AdvisoryAFG50 hr
Aug 31, 4:33 AM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFG3 days
Aug 31, 6:38 AM AKDTDense Fog AdvisoryAFG82 min
Aug 31, 1:41 PM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFG38 hr
Aug 31, 1:44 PM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFG65 hr
Aug 31, 1:45 PM AKDTAreal Flood AdvisoryAFG5 days
Aug 31, 2:11 PM AKDTFlood WatchAFG5 days

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