Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 1 at 2:06PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 1, 2026 - 3:06pm
Expires:
March 1, 2026 - 11:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to
one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities at or below 1/4 mile are occurring due to
falling and blowing snow. Travel is not advised. Very strong winds
could result in power outages, especially near Barter Island.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle.
Area Description:
Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK