Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 20 at 7:23AM AKDT until March 21 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 20, 2026 - 8:23am
Expires:
March 20, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up
to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold wind chill values near 70 below zero
are occuring this morning. Wind chill values gradually warm to
around 60 below zero through Saturday morning.
Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing
snow. Significantly reduced visibility and large snow drifts may
make travel difficult.
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:
Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK