Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 2:28PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2025 - 3:28pm
Expires:
June 17, 2025 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 228 PM AKDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles northeast of Eielson AFB, moving west at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Eielson AFB and Moose Creek.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Eielson AFB and Salcha; Two Rivers
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK