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Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to proc
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGION
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 5:56AM CST until January 20 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 39 below zero. * WHERE...Northern Cook and Lake County. This also includes the Boundary Waters eastern and central area. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 39 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 5:56AM CST until January 20 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 38 below zero. * WHERE...Southern Cook and Southern Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 38 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 5:56AM CST until January 20 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero. * WHERE...Crow Wing, Aitkin, Pine, Koochiching, Cass, Itasca, Carlton, St. Louis Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond du Lac Band, the Mille Lacs Band, East Lake, Big Sandy Lake, Hinckley and, Lena Lake areas and the Bois Forte Band, Lake Vermilion, Nett Lake and, Deer Creek areas. Other locations including Voyageurs National Park. This also includes the Boundary Waters western area. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Wind Advisory issued January 19 at 5:56AM CST until January 19 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 38 below zero. * WHERE...Southern Cook and Southern Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 38 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 20 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 19 feet expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 20 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 20 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Lower Niagara River. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 19 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 19 feet expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 19 feet expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 6:49AM EST until January 20 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft.
Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 6:44AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
WEATHER... * An arctic front sweeping through the area will produce moderate to briefly heavy snow showers this morning reducing visibility to under a mile and producing a quick coating of snow on untreated roadways. * West winds around 10 mph gusting to 30 mph will result in localized blowing snow during the morning commute. * Widely varying snowfall is expected. Snow accumulations of up to a half inch are expected in areas impacted between 630 am and 830 am EST. * Air temperatures will remain steady around 17 degrees. IMPACTS... * Blowing snow will result in rapid reductions of visibility to less than one mile. * The West winds may lead to drifting of snow on North to South orientated roadways particularly in locations with open exposure.
Marine Weather Statement issued January 19 at 2:12AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
No information.
Dense Fog Advisory issued January 19 at 2:00AM AKST until January 19 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island, Admiralty Island, City and Borough of Juneau, Petersburg Borough, Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island and City and Borough of Wrangell. * WHEN...Until noon AKST today. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy areas of freezing fog will possible, which could result in slick spots on untreated surfaces.
Dense Fog Advisory issued January 19 at 2:00AM AKST until January 19 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough and Annette Island. * WHEN...Until noon AKST today. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy areas of freezing fog will possible, which could result in slick spots on untreated surfaces.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 5:59AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 4:42AM CST until January 19 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 39 below. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The hazardously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 3:47AM CST until January 19 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Bismarck ND
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 35 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest and much of central North Dakota, including the James River Valley. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 35 below could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 3:58AM EST until January 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting 40 to 45 MPH. Wind chills tonight and Tuesday Morning 5 to 15 degrees below zero. * WHERE...All of southeast Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:51AM EST until January 19 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...During the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 29 knots from the west with gusts up to 36 knots. The largest significant waves will be 8 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 11 feet. * WHERE...Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore and Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 4 PM EST Monday with the largest waves expected around 9 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:51AM EST until January 19 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 4 PM EST Monday with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:51AM EST until January 19 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...During the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 29 knots from the west with gusts up to 36 knots. The largest significant waves will be 8 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 11 feet. * WHERE...Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore and Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 4 PM EST Monday with the largest waves expected around 9 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:51AM EST until January 19 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 21 knots from the west with gusts up to 35 knots expected. * WHERE...Lake St Clair. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 12 PM EST Monday with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:51AM EST until January 19 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 28 knots from the west with gusts up to 35 knots. The largest significant waves will be 6 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 8 feet. * WHERE...Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay, Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI, Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI and Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 3 PM EST Monday with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Lakina River Update
A recently observed landslide across the Lakina River is creating a debris hazard on a popular packrafting route. The river water is cutting its way through, but is highly dynamic and should be expected to remain that way through the boating season.
Canoe Loading across from the Historic Site
From Thursday August 7 to Sunday August 10, please load/unload canoes off road near the Grand Portage trailhead sign at the corner of Store and Mile Creek Roads. Please do not cross the intersection with packs or canoes during this time.
Perry Fire
The Perry Fire is an active wildfire west of Ross Lake. Area, trail, and camp closures are in effect. Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Campfires Banned in All Portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex
Effective Thursday, July 3, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex.
Cascade River Road Detour Alert
The Skagit River Marblemount Bridge will be closed for repairs September 2-16 and Cascade River Road will not be accessible from Marblemount. Visitors must use a detour route on SR 530 and the Rockport Cascade Road to access areas on Cascade River Road.
Park Access along State Route 20 Affected by Upcoming Closures
There are upcoming temporary trailhead closures on popular areas within Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest along State Route 20 from August 18-September 25 which affects park access.
Stehekin Flash Flood and Debris Flow Area
The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go – visit the Post Fire Safety page for information on what to do in a flash flood and debris flow area
Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures
For closures due to fire activity visit the Fire Closures page, including trail, area, and camp closures for current and post fire conditions.
Be Aware of Break-ins along State Route 20
Prevent smashed windows and theft. Break-ins are not uncommon at trailheads along State Route 20. Remove your valuables and electronics and take associated electronic cords.
Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed
Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry.
Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats
Due to silt accumulation, the Diablo Lake boat launch at Colonial Creek South Campground is not usable for launching most powerboats. Expect shallow or no water at the launch ramp and the possibility of needing to carry your boat to or from the water.
Smoke from Wildfires May Affect Air Quality
Smoke from wildfires is to be expected with active fires across the region.Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Grand Marais MI to Whitefish Point MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 19 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft occurring. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater occurring, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle Royale National Park. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 AM EST this morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 20 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft occurring. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater occurring, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 10 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 19 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Grand Marais MI to Whitefish Point MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 20 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft occurring. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater occurring, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle Royale National Park. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 AM EST this morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:28AM EST until January 19 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft occurring. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater occurring, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. * WHERE...Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 10 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued January 19 at 3:01AM EST until January 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west- southwest winds 30 to 40 knots with gusts up to 45 knots and waves 10 to 15 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Erie from Avon Point OH to Ripley NY. * WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:01AM EST until January 19 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 25 to 35 knots with gusts up to 40 knots and and waves 1 to 4 feet are expected for areas that are ice free on Lake Erie . For the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Maumee Bay to Vermilion OH, and the open waters of Lake Erie from Maumee Bay to Vermilion OH. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening. For the Low Water Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At Toledo, the critical mark for safe navigation is currently 9 inches below the low water datum. As of 230 AM EST, the water level at Toledo was at 10.8 inches above the low water datum. Water levels are expected to fall below that critical mark later this morning. The lowest water levels are expected to occur this afternoon into the early evening before they slowly rise later tonight.
Gale Warning issued January 19 at 3:01AM EST until January 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west- southwest winds 30 to 40 knots with gusts up to 45 knots and waves 10 to 15 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Erie from Avon Point OH to Ripley NY. * WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Low Water Advisory issued January 19 at 3:01AM EST until January 19 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 25 to 35 knots with gusts up to 40 knots and and waves 1 to 4 feet are expected for areas that are ice free on Lake Erie . For the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Maumee Bay to Vermilion OH, and the open waters of Lake Erie from Maumee Bay to Vermilion OH. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening. For the Low Water Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At Toledo, the critical mark for safe navigation is currently 9 inches below the low water datum. As of 230 AM EST, the water level at Toledo was at 10.8 inches above the low water datum. Water levels are expected to fall below that critical mark later this morning. The lowest water levels are expected to occur this afternoon into the early evening before they slowly rise later tonight.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:47AM EST until January 20 at 5:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Highest gusts up to 30 kts from the west and highest waves around 9 feet expected. * WHERE...Straits of Mackinac within 5 nm of Mackinac Bridge including Mackinac Island, St Ignace to False Detour Channel, 5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including Bois Blanc Island, Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Sturgeon Pt to Alabaster MI. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 5 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:47AM EST until January 20 at 12:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Highest gusts up to 25 kts from the northwest and highest waves around 4 feet expected. * WHERE...St. Marys River Point Iroquois to E. Potagannissing Bay. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to midnight EST tonight. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 19 at 1:03AM EST until January 21 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 4 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph creating blowing and drifting snow and at times white out conditions. * WHERE...Greatest snow amounts will be found near Watertown and Fort Drum areas and also southward to across the Tug Hill region. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible at times within lake effect snow. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday through Wednesday commutes. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect snowband oscillation. Snowfall rates up to 4 inches per hour at times for the Tug Hill region Monday night through Tuesday night. Wind chill values zero to 10 below zero Monday night through Tuesday night.
Brisk Wind Advisory issued January 18 at 3:48PM AKST until January 19 at 5:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
Arctic Alaska Coastal Waters out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent the average of the highest one- third of the combined wind-wave and swell height. .TONIGHT...W winds 25 kt. Blowing snow. Vsby 1 NM or less. .MON...W winds 25 kt. Blowing snow. Vsby 1 NM or less. .MON NIGHT...E winds 20 kt. .TUE...E winds 20 kt. Blowing snow. Vsby 1 NM or less. .TUE NIGHT...E winds 20 kt. .WED...E winds 15 kt. .WED NIGHT...E winds 15 kt. .THU...E winds 15 kt. .FRI...E winds 15 kt.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Mountain Loop Highway Closed Due to Landslide
A landslide is blocking the Mountain Loop Highway at milepost 37.5, about 15.5 miles south of Darrington. There is no access to Forest Service Road 49 and N. Fork Sauk and Sloan Creek trails.
Hazardous Conditions likely across Forest
Update December 15th, 2025Hazard Alert: National Forest Roads &Trails
Mountain Loop Highway and Mt. Pilchuck Rd Closed for Winter!
A 14-mile section of the Mountain Loop Highway is closed to vehicles due to snow and road conditions between the Deer Creek and Bedal gates.
Franklin Falls Sno-Park Closed this Winter
The Franklin Falls Sno-Park will not operate this winter, and the Denny Creek Road (Forest Service Road 58) will be closed to motorized traffic. The Denny Creek Road and parking lot at Franklin Falls will not be plowed.
Mountain Loop Highway closed for the winter season from Deer Creek to Bedal Campground
The Mountain Loop Highway on Darrington Ranger District is now closed to motor vehicles for the winter season from Deer Creek to Bedal Campground. Timing of re-opening in the spring depends on weather but typically occurs in mid-May.
Tupso Pass Road (FSR 41) Work
Tupso Pass Road (FSR 41) work has been completed. The road is open and passable to the Canyon Creek Bridge at milepost 8.5.
Fairfax Bridge Permanently Closed
The Fairfax Bridge on State Highway 165 (milepost 11.5) across the Carbon River has been permanently closed by Washington Department of Transportation (DOT) due to safety concerns.
Middle Fork Camping Closure
A dispersed camping closure along part of Forest Road 56 and Forest Road 5640 went into effect June 1st. Attached is the closure order and map. The decision to close dispersed camping stems from the 2017 Wild and Scenic River designation of the Middle Fork River.
Camping Restrictions
Camping for a total of 28 days, per calendar year, on National Forest System lands outside of a developed campground is prohibited. [36 CFR § 261.58(a)]
Alcohol Prohibitions
Possessing a beverage, which is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law, by anyperson under 21 years of age is prohibited. 36 CFR § 261.58(bb)Providing or selling a beverage, which is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law, to
Entire Forest Under Food Storage Order
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has a food storage order in effect across the entire Forest. This order requires visitors to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBSNF) to store food items in a “bear resistant manner” and to properly dispose of wildlife attractants.
R1-2024-01 Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Flood Events & Safety Reminders
Over the past week, portions of the Kootenai National Forest have experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Ross Creek Cedar Flood Update
After the recent flood events that occurred across the Kootenai National Forest, the Ross Creek Cedars unfortunately sustained significant damage. The damage is currently being assessed.
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Isabella & Lost Girl Fires- Road and Trail Closure
Due to the Isabella and Lost Girl Fires on the Cabinet Ranger District, a closure order is now in effect for a portion National Forest System Road 407, National Forest System Trail #407A, and Trail #646 (St. Paul Lake Trail).
South Meadow Creek Fire Closure
Due to the South Meadow Creek Fire, a closure order is now in effect for National Forest System Roads #524 and #5961, starting at the junction of the two roads to their respective ending points.
Kootenai Rails Trail Closure
A portion of the Kootenai Rails Trail (NFS Trail #255) on the Rexford Ranger District is now temporarily closed during construction activities on the Tobacco River Bridge, which is over the trail, and to protect the public on the trail from potential debris impacts.
R1-2024-01 Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Order 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathe
Current Avalanche Danger and Forecast
Avalanche Danger: Know before you go! Avalanche Forecasts at Flathead Avalanche Center
Trail 800 Tally-Ashely Closure
4.4 miles of National Forest System Trail 800 Tally-Ashley will be closed for public safety during logging activities starting 9/4/2025 - 9/1/2026 unless rescinded sooner.
Ryan Creek Occupancy and Use Order
From September 1, 2025 through December 1, 2026, unless rescinded, the following is prohibited in the Ryan Road area:Camping or otherwise occupying a site except where designated .
Logan Creek Hoke Creek Closure
NFS Road 1625 is closed between milepost 2.84 and 5.08 for public safety due to road substrate slumping. This closed segment is from the junction with Rd #9881 at milepost 2.84 to the end of Rd #1625 starting 8/13/2025 - 8/12/2027 unless rescinded sooner.
Water Vessel Prohibitions
Violating State water vessel safety and operation laws and regulations is prohibited on all Flathead National Forest waterways.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Snow Peak and Katy Creek Fires - Area Closure Terminated
The Area Closure for the Katy Creek and Snow Peak Fire have been terminated as of October 17, 2025.
Termination Sept. 27, 2025 - Public Use Restrictions Stage 1
Public Use Restrictions Stage 1 ends on Saturday 27, 2025.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order: 06-21-00-25-01
Prohibits camping and/or long term occupancy by any person or group, within the boundaries of National Forest System lands administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and the Colville National Forest, for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annu
Food Storage Order: 06-21-00-21-02
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order: 06-00-00-21-01
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 10:48AM PST until January 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Number 1 Canyon, Colville, Ione, Pangborn Airport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Cashmere, Disautel Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Conconully, Twisp, Entiat, Okanogan, Boulder Creek Road, Number 2 Canyon, Leavenworth, Chelan, Deer Park, Metaline, Wenatchee, Brewster, Chewelah, Omak, Oroville, Methow, Winthrop, Wauconda, Newport, Kettle Falls, Loup Loup Pass, Plain, Stehekin, Northport, Stevens Pass, Nespelem, Holden Village, Fruitland, Mazama, Sherman Pass, Metaline Falls, Bridgeport, Flowery Trail Road, Tiger, Republic, Chesaw Road, Orin-Rice Road, Inchelium, and Tonasket. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 10:48AM PST until January 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility down to a half mile in fog. * WHERE...Peck, Lewiston Grade, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Clark Fork, Kellogg, Winchester, Sandpoint, Wallace, Eastport, Craigmont, Soldiers Meadow Road, Bonners Ferry, Lookout Pass, Athol, Dobson Pass, Kamiah, Culdesac, Nezperce, Fourth Of July Pass, Priest River, Mullan, Lewiston, Pinehurst, Lapwai, Gifford, Osburn, St. Maries, and Fernwood. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
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