Ashfall Advisory until 06:00AM Tuesday
* WHAT...Up to one quarter inch of ashfall accumulation.
* WHERE...False Pass.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Minor equipment and infrastructure damage. Reduced visibility. Persons with respiratory problems may have difficulty breathing when outside. Electronic devices may be damaged if not protected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...As of 0545 AM this morning, satellite imagery indicates that an eruption is ongoing at Shishaldin Volcano. Ash is being lofted to the south and east of the volcano, which may lead to minor ashfall amounts for the community of False Pass. Trace amounts are still expected at King Cove and Cold Bay. This statement will be updated if conditions change.
* AFFECTED AREAS: ALASKA PENINSULA
Instructions:
An ashfall advisory means that ash will be deposited in the advisory area. People in areas of ashfall should seal windows and doors. Protect electronics and cover air intakes and open water supplies. Minimize driving. Listen to your radio station for further information. Please report any observations of ashfall to the Alaska Volcano Observatory by calling 907-786-7497 or visiting http://www.avo.alaska.edu/ashfall/ashreport.php.
Address/Location
King Cove Department of Public Safety
289 Ram's Creek Rd
King Cove, AK 99612
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-497-2210
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Ashfall Advisory