Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 11 at 11:21AM AKDT until March 12 at 7:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 12:21pm
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations
around 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Bering Strait Coast.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult. Visibility below 1/4 mile
is possible during the strongest wind gusts this afternoon.
Conditions will improve Thursday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Shishmaref will get minor blowing snow, but
the most impactful conditions will reside along the Bering Strait
Coast, especially Wales and Diomede.
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. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road
conditions.
Area Description:
Shishmaref; Bering Strait Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK