It’s a different story entirely in Western Alaska, which has also seen its population decline over the same time period – but for a different reason. “Out there, the population is very young.

The first advisory was issued Sunday in Fairbanks, where temperatures were expected to top 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Fairbanks has been warmer in the past, but this is unusual for June, officials said.

By Tim Arango Visuals by Emily Maye Reporting from Fairbanks, Alaska June 29, 2025 In the never-ending lightness of the Alaskan summer, baseball at midnight needs no artificial illumination.

Fairbanks has been warmer in the past, but this is unusual for June, officials said. Here’s what to know about Alaska’s inaugural heat advisory: Why it’s the first ...

Here’s what to know about Alaska’s inaugural heat advisory: Why it’s the first The National Weather Service’s switch from special weather statements to advisories was meant to change how the public ...

Here’s why. For the first time, the state known for glaciers, dogsledding and northern lights issued a heat advisory, with temperatures in Fairbanks pushing 86 degrees.

Here’s what to know about Alaska’s inaugural heat advisory: Why it’s the first The National Weather Service’s switch from special weather statements to advisories was meant to change how the public ...