Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued August 28 at 6:10AM AKDT until August 29 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 7:10am
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6
inches at or above pass level. Wind gusts up to 30 mph. Blowing
snow could reduce visibility to 1/2 mile or less at times. Pockets
of wintry mix possible.
* WHERE...Central Brooks Range, primarily Atigun Pass.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is initially expected above 2500 feet,
with snow levels rising to 4000 feet Friday afternoon. What snow
does fall is expected to be wet and have difficulty blowing.
Blowing snow is most likely above 4000 feet.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or
call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Area Description:
Central Brooks Range
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov