First Ever Heat Warning Issued For Fairbanks & The Interior

 

Hazardous Weather Conditions

High Temperature Warning Issues For Communities North Of The Alaska Range Through 7 PM Tuesday June 17th

..HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM AKDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Hot temperatures of 85 to 88 degrees.

* WHERE...Central and Eastern Interior including Tanana, Fairbanks,
  Fort Yukon and Eagle.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM AKDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot
  temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.