SHISHMAREF; BERING STRAIT COAST — * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Bering Strait Coast and Shishmaref.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Friday to 1 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could result in power outages. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will change to rain early Saturday morning.
Winter weather in Shishmaref; Bering Strait 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