Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued April 22 at 8:25PM AKDT until April 24 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 9:25pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between
3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...St Lawrence Island.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could result
in power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts will remain elevated, up to 45 mph
through Thursday afternoon. Temperatures Thursday afternoon will
warm into the low to mid 30s and while there will be some blowing
snow while it is actively snowing, the impacts should be less.
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.
Area Description:
St Lawrence Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK