Headline:
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 11:55AM AKDT until July 20 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 12:55pm
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Hot temperatures as high as 85 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Fortymile Country.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot
temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable
relatives and neighbors.
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.
Area Description:
Fortymile Country
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
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