Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills storm history
Storm events recorded in Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills, Alaska between 1950 and 2025.
6
Total events
0
Tornadoes
0
Hail
2
Floods
0
Deaths
$125K
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The Unalakleet AWOS (PAUN) reported steady snowfall throughout the day on December 22nd with a period of heavy snow and visibilities dropping to 1/4 mile several times during the late morning and early afternoon hours. ENE winds gusted to above 40 mph through much of the day. Whi…
High Wind High Wind
The Golovin AWOS (PAGL) reported strong southeasterly winds that persisted throughout the day, with sustained speeds of 50 to 55 mph and gusts around 65 mph. The strongest wind gust measured at the Golovin site was 68 mph on October 12th at 0714AKST. Further east, a peak gust of …
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
On October 12th, a mandatory evacuation order was given for Shaktoolik and parts of Elim.
Blizzard Blizzard
Strong north and northwest winds combined with periods of moderate snowfall to create an extended period of blizzard conditions. Wind gusts in excess of 35 mph and visibilities around 1/4 mile persisted for for almost 30 hours at Shaktoolik (PFSH).
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Widespread coastal flooding was reported across the eastern Norton Sound coast as strong winds pushed water onshore. Officials from Elim reported that Moses Point Road had logs and debris and had to be cleared. The creek was also backed up and had to be cleared to let the creek d…
High Wind High Wind
High winds developed at Unalakleet the morning of the 3rd and continued into the early morning hours of the 4th. Unalakleet reported a peak gust of 67 mph.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 |