Yukon-Koyukuk
Bear Encounter Near Lower Tingayguk River
Avoid travel near the lower Tingayguk River and Wolf Creek. Two separate incidents have occurred, one resulting in a bear obtaining food and in another a bear charged a packrafter. This is a potentially dangerous situation. Avoid these areas if possible.
Anaktuvuk Pass Ranger Station is Temporarily Closed
Anaktuvuk Pass Ranger Station is Temporarily Closed until August 7 to facilitate Ranger patrols of Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve. These closures occur several times each summer.
Self-Service Information at Bettles Visitor Center
Self-Service information, park stamps and backcountry orientation are available on the covered porch at the visitor center. Rangers will return to Bettles on August 7 upon completion of scheduled backcountry patrols.
Special Weather Statement issued June 9 at 3:36PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Tonight will come with another chance for frost in the Interior. Specifically in low lying river valleys and typical cold spots as temperatures approach the low to mid 30s between 2AM and 9AM. While frost is not guaranteed, precautions should be made to protect any sensitive vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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