Winter Storm Warning issued October 20 at 4:24AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Severe weather warning
Now
From Today 10:00 (1 hour ago)
Until Today 16:00 (4 hours from now)
Official warning explanations:
  • WHAT: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 11 inches expected. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher elevations.

  • WHERE: Upper Chena River Valley, Southern and Eastern Yukon Flats, White Mountains, and Eagle Summit.

  • WHEN: From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday.

  • IMPACTS: Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could lead to areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half mile at times.

  • ADDITIONAL DETAILS: There will be a narrow snow gradient. The highest potential for heaviest snow lies southeast of Fort Yukon. West and north of there, the likelihood for heavier snow drops quickly. Locations near Beaver and Livengood may end up getting closer to 2 to 4 inches or less.

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 11 inches expected. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher elevations. * WHERE...Upper Chena River Valley, Southern and Eastern Yukon Flats, White Mountains, and Eagle Summit. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could lead to areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half mile at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a narrow snow gradient. The highest potential for heaviest snow lies southeast of Fort Yukon. West and north of there, the likelihood for heavier snow drops quickly. Locations near Beaver and Livengood may end up getting closer to 2 to 4 inches or less.

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, water, and warm clothing in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.

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