Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued April 23 at 12:30PM AKDT until April 23 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 1:30pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to
one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Point Lay.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel may be impacted. Areas of blowing snow could
reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind speeds will begin to subside by the
early afternoon. Snow showers may continue to linger into the
evening hours which may keep visibility slightly reduced.
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.
A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.
Area Description:
Western Arctic Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK