Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 6:08PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 7:08pm
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 608 PM AKDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fort Wainwright, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central
Fairbanks North Star.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK