Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, AK
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 04/18 7:00 PM AKDT – Monday 04/20 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
What
Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches.
Where
Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys and Upper Kuskokwim Valley.
When
Until 4 PM AKDT Monday.
Impacts
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
What to do
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Areas impacted
- Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys
- Upper Kuskokwim Valley
Tips to stay safe
A Winter Storm Warning means that a dangerous winter storm is expected, making travel difficult or impossible. Take immediate action to prepare your home, vehicle and family.
- Avoid travel if possible. If you must travel, check road conditions and closures before you leave, and make sure you have an emergency kit in your car. Make sure you have a full tank of gas and/or a fully charged battery.
- Stock emergency supplies in your home before the storm hits. Include food, water, essential medications, flashlights and batteries.
- Make sure that pets and other animals have plenty of food and water, and access to a warm shelter.
- If using heat from a fireplace or wood stove, make sure it is properly ventilated. Never use a gas range or oven to heat your home. If using a generator, it should be placed outdoors, at a distance from the home.
- If stuck in your vehicle, stay there and contact the authorities for help. Run the motor about 10 minutes per hour for heat, but open the windows just a little for fresh air.
In effect from Sunday 04/19 1:00 AM AKDT – Monday 04/20 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
What
Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches.
Where
Middle Yukon Valley.
When
From 1 AM Sunday to 4 PM AKDT Monday.
Impacts
Travel could be very difficult.
What to do
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Areas impacted
- Middle Yukon Valley
Tips to stay safe
A Winter Storm Warning means that a dangerous winter storm is expected, making travel difficult or impossible. Take immediate action to prepare your home, vehicle and family.
- Avoid travel if possible. If you must travel, check road conditions and closures before you leave, and make sure you have an emergency kit in your car. Make sure you have a full tank of gas and/or a fully charged battery.
- Stock emergency supplies in your home before the storm hits. Include food, water, essential medications, flashlights and batteries.
- Make sure that pets and other animals have plenty of food and water, and access to a warm shelter.
- If using heat from a fireplace or wood stove, make sure it is properly ventilated. Never use a gas range or oven to heat your home. If using a generator, it should be placed outdoors, at a distance from the home.
- If stuck in your vehicle, stay there and contact the authorities for help. Run the motor about 10 minutes per hour for heat, but open the windows just a little for fresh air.
In effect from Sunday 04/19 4:00 AM AKDT – Monday 04/20 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
What
Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
Where
Dalton Highway Summits.
When
From 4 AM Sunday to 4 PM AKDT Monday.
Impacts
Travel could be difficult.
What to do
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Areas impacted
- Dalton Highway Summits
Tips to stay safe
A Winter Weather Advisory means that your area can expect or is seeing some amount of snow, ice, or sleet. Weather conditions may be inconvenient or even dangerous.
- Plan for any travel to take extra time.
- Slow down and use caution while driving.
- Stay tuned for updates here or through local radio and news.
In effect from Sunday 04/19 4:00 AM AKDT – Monday 04/20 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
What
Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches.
Where
Central Interior, Chatanika River Valley, Two Rivers, Upper Chena River Valley, and White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River.
When
From 4 AM Sunday to 4 PM AKDT Monday.
Impacts
Travel could be difficult.
What to do
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Areas impacted
- White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River
- Upper Chena River Valley
- Chatanika River Valley
- Two Rivers
- Central Interior
Tips to stay safe
A Winter Weather Advisory means that your area can expect or is seeing some amount of snow, ice, or sleet. Weather conditions may be inconvenient or even dangerous.
- Plan for any travel to take extra time.
- Slow down and use caution while driving.
- Stay tuned for updates here or through local radio and news.
In effect from Saturday 04/18 1:15 PM AKDT – Sunday 04/19 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
Light snow showers will continue on Saturday, turning more moderate and steadier throughout the day on Sunday. Periods of snow will persist through Monday and Tuesday before dissipating. Snowfall totals over the 3 day period are expected to be between 5 and 8 inches with highest amounts expected over the higher terrain and also around Bettles southwest to Hughes.
Areas impacted
- South Slopes Of The Eastern Brooks Range
- South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range
- Upper Koyukuk Valley
- Yukon Flats
In effect from Saturday 04/18 1:15 PM AKDT – Sunday 04/19 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
Light snow showers will continue on Saturday, turning more moderate and steadier throughout the day on Sunday. Periods of snow will persist through Monday and Tuesday before dissipating. By Sunday afternoon and evening, there is a slight chance that snow transitions to a mix of rain and snow in the valleys. Any rain will likely transition back to snow by Sunday night into Monday. Wet spots that develop during the daytime hours will likely freeze during the overnight hours, leading to possible icy conditions. Snowfall totals will range between 2 and 4 inches for the Tanana Valley south to the foothills of the Alaska Range.
Areas impacted
- Delta Junction
- Tanana Flats
- Eielson AFB and Salcha
- Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills
- Fairbanks Metro Area
- Nenana
- Northern Denali Borough
In effect from Saturday 04/18 1:30 PM AKDT – Sunday 04/19 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
As a front moves north this weekend, areas of snow will move into the Seward Peninsula and Western Interior Saturday night into Sunday. Periods of snow will continue through Sunday night before lessening in coverage on Monday. Snowfall amounts will be heaviest east of Nome, especially in the higher terrain, where around 1 to 3 inches of snow is expected. Gusty northeast winds, particularly through the Bering Strait, could lead to areas of blowing snow which could significantly reduce visibility.
Areas impacted
- Northern Seward Peninsula
- Upper Kobuk Valleys
- Shishmaref
- Bering Strait Coast
- Southern Seward Peninsula Coast
- Interior Seward Peninsula
- Lower Koyukuk Valley
Briefing
From the forecaster
Active Winter Weather
Created by the NWS Fairbanks WFO
Blizzard/Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for the West Coast and Interior. There is high confidence in widespread accumulating snowfall by Monday afternoon of next week. Wind gusts are expected to peak at around 50 - 60 mph along the West Coast of St. Lawrence Island on Sunday, shifting to the West Coast of Alaska, decreasing to a maximum of 30 - 35 mph by Monday afternoon. During the afternoon and evening hours, a mix of rain/snow showers may occur across lower elevations farther south.
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