High Wind — Wrn Tanana Vly Wrn Yukon Vly, Alaska

2008-12-08 · Wrn Tanana Vly Wrn Yukon Vly, Alaska

Event narrative

A 958 mb low in the Gulf of Alaska combined with a 1039 mb high across northern Canada to produce a strong pressure gradient across central Alaska. Wind damage was observed at lake Minchumina, with tree branches down.

Wider weather episode

A 958 mb low in the Gulf of Alaska combined with a 1039 mb high across northern Canada to produce a strong pressure gradient across central Alaska. Wind damage was observed at lake Minchumina, with tree branches down. Wood paneling on a log frame porch on the north side of the lake was blown off on 2 sides and scattered across the yard. Unconfirmed estimated cost of damage was $150.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 138536. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.