WESTERN ARCTIC COAST — * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Western Arctic Coast.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility below one quarter mile. 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.
Winter weather in Western Arctic Coast makes roads dangerous, increases the risk of power loss, and can cause cold-related injury during outages. Stranded vehicles are a common hazard.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Expect a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated power-outage risk, and heating stress during any extended loss of service.
Recommended steps: avoid non-essential travel; keep heat sources clear and ventilated; have blankets and a way to charge a phone; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this winter storm and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS