LOWER KOYUKUK VALLEY; MIDDLE YUKON VALLEY; LOWE… — * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Lower Koyukuk Valley, Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys, and Middle Yukon Valley.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of wet snow will quickly transition to rain Friday afternoon. Wind will increase Friday morning with peak gusts occurring between 4 PM Friday and 4AM Saturday.
Severe weather in Lower Koyukuk Valley; Middle Yukon Valley; Lower Yukon and Innoko Valleys brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS