Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 29 at 6:25AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 29, 2026 - 7:25am
Expires:
August 29, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
As rainfall moves east out of the Central Interior and Fairbanks
North Star Borough, drier air will continue to bring gusty winds.
Gusty west-southwest in the 25 to 35 mph range are expected to
continue through tonight. Early this morning, deeper valleys may
see lighter winds, but occasional gusts in the 25 to 35 mph range
will still be possible. Winds will weaken this evening and
overnight into Sunday.
Area Description:
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; 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
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov