Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 5 at 2:48PM AKST until March 7 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 5, 2026 - 3:48pm
Expires:
March 6, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Winds gusting as high as 60
mph.
* WHERE...Bering Strait Coast and Diomede.
* WHEN...From 9 AM Friday to 9 PM AKST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility to 1/4 mile or less at times.
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:
Shishmaref; Bering Strait Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK