Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 18 at 6:16AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 7:16am
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to 3 to 6 inches expected
at Kivalina, Noatak, and Red Dog Dock, with over 6 inches
possible at Red Dog Mine. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Rain
could mix with snow along the coast.
* WHERE...Noatak Valley, Kivalina, Red Dog Dock, and Red Dog Mine.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Area Description:
Noatak Valley; Kivalina and Red Dog Dock
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov