The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Alaska's first-ever heat advisory, marking a historic milestone for the state. The advisory was issued for the Fairbanks area, where temperatures are forecasted to reach up to 86 to 89 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday, which is approximately 17 degrees above the normal June highs. While these temperatures do not break the record high of 96 degrees set in 1969, the issuance of the advisory reflects a new approach by the NWS to convey the severity of unusually warm conditions in a state typically known for its cold climate. The advisory coincides with a flood watch issued for northern Alaska due to rapid snowmelt. Experts note that climate change has made such excessive mid-June heat events at least 1.5 to 4 times more likely. Despite the heat advisory being unprecedented, similar temperature spikes have occurred before in Alaska, but the NWS only recently began applying heat advisories in the region. The advisory also highlights concerns for individuals and pets unaccustomed to such temperatures. This development comes amid broader patterns of unusual warmth affecting other parts of the world, including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.