Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 17 at 12:20AM AKDT until March 20 at 7:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 17, 2026 - 1:20am
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations up
to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Bering Strait Coast and Shishmaref.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Wednesday to 7 AM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could
reduce visibility to 1/2 mile or less at times.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is expected early Wednesday
morning, followed by periods of blowing snow and strong northerly
winds Wednesday afternoon through early Friday.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Area Description:
Shishmaref; Bering Strait Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK