Weather Alerts for Lower Kuskokwim ValleyIssued by the National Weather Service |
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
WINTER STORM WARNING | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Middle Yukon Valley - Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 4:55pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 6:00am | Severity: Severe | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Middle Yukon Valley and Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Information: A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. This will make travel very difficult or impossible. |
AVALANCHE WARNING | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Anchorage - East Turnagain Arm - Western Prince William Sound |
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Effective: Sat, 1/11 6:40pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Unknown |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 3:00am | Severity: Unknown | Certainty: Unknown |
Details:
SABAFC The following message is transmitted at the request of the Chugach National Forest Avalanche Center. ...THE CHUGACH NATIONAL FOREST AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER HAS ISSUED AN AVALANCHE WARNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS: CHUGACH STATE PARK, GIRDWOOD, PORTAGE, TURNAGAIN PASS, SUMMIT LAKE, MOOSE PASS, AND SEWARD FROM 3AM SUNDAY THROUGH 3AM MONDAY... * WHAT...The backcountry avalanche danger is HIGH. Very dangerous avalanche conditions exist. * WHERE...For the Western Chugach and Kenai Mountains in and around Chugach State Park, Girdwood, Portage, Turnagain Pass, Summit Lake, Lost Lake, and Seward. * WHEN...In effect Sunday 3:00 AM AKST through Monday 3:00 PM AKST. * IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and strong winds will create widespread areas of unstable snow. Both human-triggered and natural large avalanches are likely. Debris from avalanches above may run into valley bottoms. Avalanche conditions will remain very dangerous immediately after the snow finishes. * PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Travel in avalanche terrain is NOT recommended. Backcountry travelers should stay off of...and out from underneath...slopes steeper than 30 degrees. Avalanches may run long distances. Similar avalanche danger may exist outside the coverage area of this or any avalanche center. For more information visit cnfaic.org. |
HIGH WIND WARNING | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Northern Denali Borough - Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 11:03am | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 3:00am | Severity: Severe | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...South winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp and Northern Denali Borough. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Information: People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. |
COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Kuskokwim Delta |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 3:39pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 6:00am | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Water levels up to 4 feet above the normal highest tide line. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast, including Kipnuk and Kwigillingok. * WHEN..The highest water levels will coincide with high tide Sunday and Monday evenings. * IMPACTS...Water could push up through gaps in the ice and cause localized flooding for communities along the coast, particularly between Kipnuk and Kwigillingok. Strong onshore winds could also push pieces of sea ice up onto the shoreline. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will turn westerly this afternoon and strengthen during high tide late this evening, posing the greatest threat for flooding impacts. Winds weaken but remain westerly for high tide Monday evening. Information: A coastal flood advisory indicates that onshore winds and tides will combine to generate flooding of low areas along the shore. |
FLOOD ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Anchorage - East Turnagain Arm - Matanuska Valley |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 1:51pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 12:00pm | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt at lower elevations with frozen ground. * WHERE...The following areas, Anchorage, East Turnagain Arm, Matanuska Valley and Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 143 PM AKST, Moderate to Heavy rain has fallen at lower elevations from the Mat-Su Valley down through the southern Kenai Peninsula overnight and into Sunday. This combined with frozen ground is causing ponding and localized flooding along roads and low lying areas. Localized flooding has been reported in Palmer, areas of Anchorage and near Seward Harbor. Small streams in the area may also experience minor flooding with ice still intact in many areas. No flooding is expected along large Rivers. A small landslide was report and cleared from the Lowell Point Road Sunday morning. Additional localized landslides are possible at lower elevations. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - If you live near or along area creeks and streams stay alert and be prepared to take action. - Storm drains should be kept clear of debris as much as possible. - Be aware of surroundings and avoid driving on flooded roads if possible. Information: Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. |
FLOOD ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Western Kenai Peninsula - Western Prince William Sound |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 1:51pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 12:00pm | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt at lower elevations with frozen ground. * WHERE...The following areas, Anchorage, East Turnagain Arm, Matanuska Valley and Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...The primary impacts will be along roadways and low lying areas due to frozen ground, blocked culverts, and drainage ditches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 143 PM AKST, Moderate to Heavy rain has fallen at lower elevations from the Mat-Su Valley down through the southern Kenai Peninsula overnight and into Sunday. This combined with frozen ground is causing ponding and localized flooding along roads and low lying areas. Localized flooding has been reported in Palmer, areas of Anchorage and near Seward Harbor. Small streams in the area may also experience minor flooding with ice still intact in many areas. No flooding is expected along large Rivers. A small landslide was report and cleared from the Lowell Point Road Sunday morning. Additional localized landslides are possible at lower elevations. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - If you live near or along area creeks and streams stay alert and be prepared to take action. - Storm drains should be kept clear of debris as much as possible. - Be aware of surroundings and avoid driving on flooded roads if possible. Information: Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. |
FLOOD ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Western Kenai Peninsula |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 1:27pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 12:00pm | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam and recent rainfall continues. * WHERE...The Anchor River near Anchor Point Road Downstream Of The Old Sterling Highway And The Anchor River State Recreation Area. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 123 PM AKST, the public reported high water levels due to an ice jam in place exacerbated by recent rainfall. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Information: Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. |
HIGH SURF ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Bristol Bay |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 3:39pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 6:00am | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* LOCATION...Bristol Bay. * WAVES AND SURF...Water levels as high as 5 feet above the normal highest tide line. * TIMING...Most locations around Bristol Bay will experience an additional high tide with elevated water levels. The high tide is forecast around midnight tonight into the early morning hours on Monday. Near Togiak, sustained elevated water levels and high surf are possible this evening through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...High surf and localized beach erosion are expected along the immediate shoreline. Information: A high surf advisory means that high surf will affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion. |
WIND ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Tanana Flats - Eielson AFB and Salcha - Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills - Chatanika River Valley - Two Rivers - Fairbanks Metro Area - Nenana |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 11:03am | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 3:00am | Severity: Moderate | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. Highest gusts will be from Eielson to Nenana, as well as over the higher terrain near Fairbanks. * WHERE...Chatanika River Valley, Eielson AFB and Salcha, Fairbanks Metro Area, Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills, Nenana, Tanana Flats, and Two Rivers. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result. Information: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. |
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Copper River Basin |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 2:41pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 9:00am | Severity: Moderate | Certainty: Likely |
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* WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, freezing rain, and rain. Freezing rain on top of cold, snow-covered roads. Heavy snow closer to Thompson Pass and along the Glenn Highway corridor west of Glennallen. Total snow accumulation of 6 to 12 inches for the Glenn Highway corridor and 12 to 24 inches possible toward Thompson Pass. * WHERE...The southern to western portions of the Copper River Basin, including the Richardson Highway toward Thompson Pass and the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Chickaloon. * WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A wintry mix of precipitation is occurring along the Richardson Highway south of the Edgerton Highway south to Thompson Pass. Precipitation will be heavy at times through Monday morning. For the Glenn Highway corridor west of Glennallen the heaviest snow is occurring now and will taper off later this afternoon into the evening. Information: Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. |
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Dalton Highway Summits - White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 11:09am | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 6:00am | Severity: Moderate | Certainty: Likely |
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* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Dalton Highway Summits and White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Information: Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. |
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: Western Kenai Peninsula |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 12:42pm | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Mon, 1/13 7:00am | Severity: Moderate | Certainty: Observed |
Details:
Another round of strong winds are expected to develop across the Western Kenai Peninsula later this evening following gusty conditions this morning. Gusts as high as 55 mph will be possible, especially along the coast from Homer northward to Nikiski, with the strongest winds developing after 9pm and lingering through 6am AKST. People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of power outages. Use caution if you must drive. |
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT | ||
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY | ||
Areas Affected: 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 |
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Effective: Sun, 1/12 1:56am | Updated: Sun, 1/12 7:30pm | Urgency: Expected |
Expires: Sun, 1/12 8:00pm | Severity: Moderate | Certainty: Observed |
Details:
A strong chinook will bring strong winds and very warm air across the Alaska Range today. Some of these winds are expected to make it to the Fairbanks area with gusts of 30 to 40 mph being possible Sunday and again on Monday as winds go from southeast to southwest. This pattern will bring unseasonably warm to near record temperatures from Fairbanks to Delta Junction today. Expected high temperatures in the valley are expected to be up near the low 40 degree range with the Fairbanks Hills possibly as high as the mid to upper 40s. Places near the Alaska Range such as Delta Junction will also push into the mid to upper 40 degree range. For reference, the daily record maximum temperature for Fairbanks today is 39 degrees. Strong winds could cause tree limbs to fall along with localized power outages around the Fairbanks area since there remains some limited snow on trees. Road conditions could be impacted with temperatures above freezing today, and then refreezing overnight Sunday. |