CENTRAL BROOKS RANGE — * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
* WHERE...South Slopes of the Central Brooks Range and Atigun Pass.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 PM AKDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility to below one half mile with areas below one quarter mile at times. Travel will be impacted especially for high-profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will downslope on the northern side of the Brooks Range, raising temperatures above freezing and reducing snow amounts.
Winter weather in Central Brooks Range 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