Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 17 at 6:25AM AKDT until April 18 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 7:25am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches
expected.
* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with wet snow on warm
pavement. Expect some of the snow to melt as it makes contact with
the ground, especially during the afternoons. Any wet spots will
likely refreeze overnight making for patches of ice. Visibility
may be reduced below 1 mile at times, especially during periods of
wind gusts up to 25 mph this afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Away from the highway, snowfall totals in the
higher terrain may be as high as 18 inches. Most additional
accumulating snow will occur before sunrise and after sunset
tonight.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or
call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Area Description:
Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK