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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
318 PM AKST Fri Jan 2 2026

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Lower Koyukuk Valley-Middle Yukon Valley-North Slopes of the
Western Alaska Range-Upper Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Ruby, McGrath, Koyukuk, Takotna, Nulato,
Hughes, Nikolai, Huslia, Kaltag, Farewell Lake, and Galena
318 PM AKST Fri Jan 2 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Long duration very cold temperatures in the 40s and 50s
  below zero.

* WHERE...Lower Koyukuk Valley, Middle Yukon Valley, North Slopes of
  the Western Alaska Range, and Upper Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
  is exposed to these temperatures. Very cold temperatures and wind
  chills can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.

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