Extreme Cold Wave ● Active
Blizzard Warning issued October 22 at 2:51PM AKDT until October 24 at 7:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK, United States of America
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* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to
two inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Western Arctic Coast.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel may be impacted. Areas of blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could result in
power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will change to rain Saturday morning.
Strongest wind gusts will be Friday afternoon into early Saturday
morning, weakening slowly in the afternoon.
Measurements
| Coordinates | 39.9645, -100.8105 |
|---|---|
| Region | Western Arctic Coast |
| Location Precision | country |
| Issuing Authority | United States of America — us-noaa-nws-en |
| Cap Urgency | Expected |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-10-23T07:00:00-08:00 |
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Area as the agency stated it: Western Arctic Coast
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