Headline:
Heat Advisory issued June 17 at 12:12PM AKDT until June 17 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2025 - 1:12pm
Expires:
June 17, 2025 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Hot temperatures of 85 to 89 degrees.
* WHERE...Central and Eastern Interior including Tanana, Fairbanks,
Fort Yukon and Eagle.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM AKDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot
temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hottest temperatures will be in the Yukon
Flats.
Instruction:
Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances as vehicle interiors can reach extreme
temperatures in as little as 10 minutes.
Take extra precautions when working in the sun. Wear sunscreen and
lightweight, loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous
activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see
symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Close curtains during the daytime to reduce sun insolation into the
home and open windows at night to allow the home to cool off.
Utilize fans or community buildings with air conditioning.
Area Description:
Yukon Flats; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Fortymile Country; 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