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High Wind Warning 8, NWS Fairbanks, AK

February 18, 2024Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska

NWS Fairbanks, AK issued this high wind warning at Feb 18, 2024, 11:35 AM AKST for Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska. It took effect at Feb 19, 2024, 3:00 PM AKST. It was in force for 20 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
Feb 18, 2024, 11:35 AM AKST (20:35 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 19, 2024, 3:00 PM AKST
Expired
Feb 20, 2024, 11:03 AM AKST
In force
20 hr
Issued by
NWS Fairbanks, AK

County Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, AK

The radar

The Fairbanks Faa radar (PAPD), 249 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:35 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Fairbanks, (PFAI), launched 12:00Z, 8.6 hours before the alert went out and 250 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Fairbanks, at 12:00Z on 2024-02-18Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Fairbanks, at 12:00Z on 2024-02-18The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 94 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1798 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
26 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
94 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
102 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

095 
WWAK73 PAFG 182035
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1135 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

AKZ849-191500-
/O.UPG.PAFG.HW.A.0004.240220T0000Z-240221T1000Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0008.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
1135 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Monday to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-191500-
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
1135 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...From Delta Junction south.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Monday to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-191500-
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
1135 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough, mainly along the Parks Highway
  south of Healy.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Monday to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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
997 
WWAK73 PAFG 191301
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
401 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

AKZ849-192115-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0008.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
401 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-192115-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
401 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...From Delta Junction south.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-192115-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
401 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough, mainly along the Parks 
  Highway south of Healy.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
052 
WWAK73 PAFG 191948
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1048 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

AKZ849-201400-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0008.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
1048 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-201400-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
1048 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...From Delta Junction south.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-201400-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
1048 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough, mainly along the Parks 
  Highway south of Healy.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
553 
WWAK73 PAFG 192026
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1126 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

AKZ849-201400-
/O.CON.PAFG.HW.W.0008.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
1126 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-201400-
/O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240219T2026Z-240221T1500Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
1126 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough, mainly along the Parks 
  Highway south of Healy.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-201400-
/O.CON.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.240220T0000Z-240221T1500Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
1126 AM AKST Mon Feb 19 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...From Delta Junction south.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
112 
WWAK73 PAFG 201414
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
514 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

AKZ849-210015-
/O.EXT.PAFG.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
514 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST WEDNESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-210015-
/O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
514 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...From Delta Junction south.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-210015-
/O.EXT.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
514 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough, mainly along the Parks 
  Highway south of Healy.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
866 
WWAK73 PAFG 202003
NPWAFG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1103 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

AKZ849-211500-
/O.CAN.PAFG.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.W.0009.240220T2100Z-240222T1500Z/
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, 
and The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259
1103 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ837-211500-
/O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0011.240220T2100Z-240222T1500Z/
Delta Junction-
Including the cities of Delta Junction, Fort Greely, and Deltana
1103 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Delta Junction.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AKZ847-211500-
/O.CAN.PAFG.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240221T2100Z/
/O.NEW.PAFG.WI.Y.0011.240220T2100Z-240222T1500Z/
Northern Denali Borough-
Including the cities of Healy, Denali National Park, Kantishna, 
Anderson, and The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288
1103 AM AKST Tue Feb 20 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Denali Borough.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Thursday.

* 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 Feb 18, 4:24 AM AKST, 7 hours 11 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 18, 4:24 AM AKST, 7 hours 11 minutes before
Northern Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
424 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

.SYNOPSIS...

High pressure ridging continues over the Interior and Blizzard
Warnings continue for the Bering Strait through early this
afternoon. Additionally, the stretch from Point Lay to Point Hope
will continue to see elevated winds and blowing snow today and
possibly into early next week. Active weather continues over
western Alaska as a front and multiple shortwaves move through.
Widespread precipitation will extend across most of the West Coast
and Western Interior. Heavy snow moves into the lower Yukon
Valley late tonight and will persist through late Monday
night/early Tuesday morning. Winds will ramp up again through the
passes of the Alaska Range Monday afternoon.

&&

.DISCUSSION...

Upper level ridging remains over the Interior and a 496 dam low
exists in the western Bering. The ridge is keeping conditions
across the Interior mostly clear and dry with above average
temperatures for most areas. Meanwhile, active weather returns to
the western coast with the approach of a front extending off the
Bering low. Widespread precipitation will work its way north
starting this afternoon. This is likely to be a long duration
snowfall as surface lows developing within the front move across
western Alaska. Additionally, the ridge will begin breaking down
and pushing east as troughing moves in. Southerly flow will ramp
up again over the Alaska Range Tuesday into Wednesday as the
pressure.

Central and Eastern Interior...

The Central ad Eastern Interior will remain in the same pattern
through Monday. A front and multiple embedded surface lows move
across the western coast of Alaska, effectively aiding in breaking
down the ridge throughout the week. The pressure gradient between
the western troughing and eastern ridging will tighten right over
the Alaska Range. This, coupled with shortwaves passing over the
Range will result in increased with speeds, with gusts 50 to 60
mph expected in the passes.

North Slope and Brooks Range...

High pressure remains over the Chukchi Sea, with a trough extend
from the high Arctic dipping down over the North Slope. This will
keep the strong winds in place over the northwest coast, from
Point Lay to Point Hope and blowing snow will continue over the
next couple of days. Cloud cover extends across much of the North
Slope and snow is expected to move into the eastern portions of
the region later this morning.

West Coast and Western Interior...

Blizzard Warnings remain in effect for Gambell, Wales, and
Diomede through early this afternoon. A front extending off a
Bering Sea low moves in from the southwest today, bringing another
round of widespread precipitation. Primarily, this will be snow,
however, there is a chance from some mixed precipitation along the
Yukon Delta coast this afternoon. There are a series of embedded
lows developing along the front(s) that will keep persistent snow
over the area through mid-week.

Extended Forecast For Days 4 Through 7...

Active weather returns to a slew of areas across Alaska as
multiple fronts and lows push into southwestern Alaska and work
their way north, breaking down the ridge and pushing it east into
Canada by late week. The main forecast challenges in the long term
are timing each short wave and front as they bring rounds of
precipitation out west. Broad low pressure will take over much of
the Bering Sea and a large chunk of the State, with an Arctic
ridge settling in over the northern coast.

Coastal Hazard Potential Days 3 and 4...None.

&&

.AFG WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
AK...Winter Weather Advisory for AKZ801.
     Blizzard Warning for AKZ820-821-827.
     Winter Storm Warning for AKZ830.
     High Wind Watch for AKZ849.
PK...Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ804.
     Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ805-852-853.
     Gale Warning for PKZ806-816.
     Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ807-810-812-858.
     Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ808-809-855.
     Gale Warning for PKZ811-854-856-857.
     Gale Warning for PKZ817.
     Brisk Wind Advisory for PKZ850.
     Gale Warning for PKZ851.
&&

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Feb 18, 8:55 AM AKST, 2 hours 40 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
855 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

AKZ813>826-828-829-852-191500-
South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range-Noatak Valley-
Kivalina and Red Dog Dock-Lower Kobuk Valley-Baldwin Peninsula-
Northern Seward Peninsula-Upper Kobuk Valleys-Shishmaref-
Bering Strait Coast-Southern Seward Peninsula Coast-
Interior Seward Peninsula-Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills-
Yukon Delta Coast-Lower Yukon River-Lower Koyukuk Valley-
Middle Yukon Valley-Upper Kuskokwim Valley-
Including Walker Lake, Noatak, Red Dog Mine, Kivalina,
Red Dog Dock, Noorvik, Selawik, Kiana, Kotzebue, Deering,
Buckland, Candle, Ambler, Shungnak, Kobuk, Shishmaref, Diomede,
Wales, Brevig Mission, Teller, Nome, White Mountain, Golovin,
Serpentine Hot Springs, Council, Haycock, Pilgrim Springs,
Taylor, Unalakleet, Stebbins, St Michael, Elim, Koyuk,
Shaktoolik, Mountain Village, Emmonak, Alakanuk, Kotlik,
Scammon Bay, Hooper Bay, Nunam Iqua, Chevak, Russian Mission,
St Marys, Pilot Station, Marshall, Huslia, Hughes, Galena,
Nulato, Kaltag, Ruby, Koyukuk, McGrath, Nikolai, and Takotna
855 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...Long Duration Snowfall and Chance for Blowing Snow through
Tuesday Night...

A strong low pressure system will bring a large amount of moisture
over the west coast through Tuesday. Long duration, widespread
snowfall is expected across the west Coast and western Interior
through Tuesday night. Pockets of heavy snow expected inland from
the Nulato Hills south to Russian Mission. Winds will remain
below advisory criteria, however, some blowing/drifting snow is
possible along the coastal areas. There may be a brief period of
mixed precipitation along the southern west coast, around the
Yukon Delta area, though mostly snow is expected.

Residents should stay tuned to the latest forecast updates at
www.weather.gov/afg and prepare for a stormy start to the week.
Special weather statement, Feb 18, 11:15 AM AKST, 20 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1115 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

AKZ834>850-200000-
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River-
Fortymile Country-Upper Tanana Valley-Delta Junction-
Upper Chena River Valley-Tanana Flats-Eielson AFB and Salcha-
Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills-Chatanika River Valley-
Two Rivers-Fairbanks Metro Area-Nenana-Central Interior-
Northern Denali Borough-Southern Denali Borough-
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp-
Including Livengood, Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit,
Twelvemile Summit, The Steese Highway from MP 85 to MP 124,
The Elliott Highway from MP 32 to MP 134,
The Dalton Highway from MP 0 to MP 38, Eagle, Chicken,
The Taylor Highway north of MP 9, Tok, Tanacross, Tetlin,
Northway, Alcan, The Alaska Highway east of MP 1392,
The Taylor Highway south of MP 9, The Tok Cutoff north of MP 105,
Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Deltana, Chena Hot Springs,
Chena Hot Springs Road east of MP 34, Birch Lake,
The Richardson Highway from MP 295 to MP 317, Eielson AFB,
Salcha, Moose Creek, Harding Lake,
The Richardson Highway from MP 317 to MP 346, Ester Dome,
Murphy Dome, The Parks Highway from MP 325 to MP 342, Haystack,
The Elliott Highway from MP 1 to MP 32,
The Steese Highway from MP 12 to MP 85, Two Rivers,
Chena Hot Springs Road from MP 12 to MP 34, Fairbanks,
Fort Wainwright, Ester, North Pole, Fox, Nenana,
The Parks Highway from MP 290 to 325, Tanana, Minto,
Manley Hot Springs, Rampart, Lake Minchumina, Healy,
Denali National Park, Kantishna, Anderson,
The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288, Cantwell, Carlo Creek,
The Parks Highway from MP 202 MP 237, Black Rapids,
Donnelly Dome, The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259,
Trims Camp, and The Richardson Highway from MP 202 to MP 224
1115 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...Temperatures Above Freezing on Tuesday Over The Interior...

Strong southerly chinook winds blowing across the Alaska Range
will ramp up again Tuesday and Wednesday. This will cause
temperatures to rise above freezing on Tuesday over most
of the Middle Tanana Valley. High temperatures in the mid to
upper 30s around Fairbanks and mid to upper 40s near the Alaska
Range. These warm temperatures will cause walking and driving
surfaces to become slippery. Slightly cooler on Wednesday and
Thursday, with temps in the upper 20s to low 30s.
Special weather statement, Feb 18, 11:22 AM AKST, 13 minutes before
Special Weather Statement...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
1122 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

AKZ834>850-200000-
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River-
Fortymile Country-Upper Tanana Valley-Delta Junction-
Upper Chena River Valley-Tanana Flats-Eielson AFB and Salcha-
Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills-Chatanika River Valley-
Two Rivers-Fairbanks Metro Area-Nenana-Central Interior-
Northern Denali Borough-Southern Denali Borough-
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp-
Including Livengood, Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit,
Twelvemile Summit, The Steese Highway from MP 85 to MP 124,
The Elliott Highway from MP 32 to MP 134,
The Dalton Highway from MP 0 to MP 38, Eagle, Chicken,
The Taylor Highway north of MP 9, Tok, Tanacross, Tetlin,
Northway, Alcan, The Alaska Highway east of MP 1392,
The Taylor Highway south of MP 9, The Tok Cutoff north of MP 105,
Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Deltana, Chena Hot Springs,
Chena Hot Springs Road east of MP 34, Birch Lake,
The Richardson Highway from MP 295 to MP 317, Eielson AFB,
Salcha, Moose Creek, Harding Lake,
The Richardson Highway from MP 317 to MP 346, Ester Dome,
Murphy Dome, The Parks Highway from MP 325 to MP 342, Haystack,
The Elliott Highway from MP 1 to MP 32,
The Steese Highway from MP 12 to MP 85, Two Rivers,
Chena Hot Springs Road from MP 12 to MP 34, Fairbanks,
Fort Wainwright, Ester, North Pole, Fox, Nenana,
The Parks Highway from MP 290 to 325, Tanana, Minto,
Manley Hot Springs, Rampart, Lake Minchumina, Healy,
Denali National Park, Kantishna, Anderson,
The Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288, Cantwell, Carlo Creek,
The Parks Highway from MP 202 MP 237, Black Rapids,
Donnelly Dome, The Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259,
Trims Camp, and The Richardson Highway from MP 202 to MP 224
1122 AM AKST Sun Feb 18 2024

...Temperatures Above Freezing on Tuesday Over The Interior...

Strong southerly chinook winds blowing across the Alaska Range
will ramp up again Monday into Wednesday. This will cause
temperatures to rise near freezing on Monday, and above freezing
on Tuesday over most of the Middle Tanana Valley. High
temperatures in the mid to upper 30s around Fairbanks and mid to
upper 40s near the Alaska Range on Tuesday. These warm
temperatures will cause walking and driving surfaces to become
slippery. Slightly cooler on Wednesday and Thursday, with high temps
in the upper 20s to low 30s.

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 18, 3:49 AM AKSTHigh Wind WatchAFGSoutheast Fairbanks Census Area8 hr
Feb 18, 3:52 AM AKSTWinter Storm WarningAFGYukon-Koyukuk Census Area69 hr
Feb 18, 3:57 AM AKSTBrisk Wind AdvisoryAFG58 hr
Feb 18, 11:31 AM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFGNorth Slope29 hr
Feb 18, 11:35 AM AKSTWind AdvisoryAFGDenali, Southeast Fairbanks Census Area47 hr
Feb 18, 2:14 PM AKSTGale WarningAFG64 hr
Feb 18, 2:20 PM AKSTBrisk Wind AdvisoryAFG48 hr
Feb 18, 2:20 PM AKSTGale WarningAFG48 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.