Paunagaktuk Bluff, AK Weather Warnings

Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 3:41PM AKDT until July 6 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK * WHAT...Hot temperatures as high as 80 degrees expected. * WHERE...Central Arctic Plains and Western Arctic Plains. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM AKDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. 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.

National Weather Service