Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 1 at 3:32PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 1, 2026 - 4:32pm
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches for
locations above 2,000 feet and 1 to 3 inches below 2,000 feet,
with higher amounts above pass level. Winds could gust as high
as 30 mph over Atigun Pass Tuesday night.
* WHERE...Central/Eastern Brooks Range and Eastern Arctic Coast.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday, September 2nd.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Gusty winds could lead to
areas of blowing snow which could significantly reduce
visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A series of fronts working across the North
Slope will support moderate snow accumulations in this region.
Precipitation will remain predominantly snow in the Brooks
Range, with a rain/snow mix along the Eastern Arctic Coast on
Tuesday transitioning to all snow Tuesday night into Wednesday.
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 Beaufort Sea Coast; Central Brooks Range; Romanzof Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov