Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 15 at 3:05AM AKDT until October 17 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 4:05am
Expires:
October 15, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and gusty winds expected. Total snow accumulations of 2
to 5 inches with locally higher amounts above pass level. Winds
gusting up to around 30 to 40 mph.
* WHERE...Dalton, Elliott, and Steese Highway Summits, White
Mountains, and Higher Terrain South of the Yukon River.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Gusty winds could lead to
areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half
mile at times.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A series of fronts will lift north over the
Interior Thursday into Friday, with the strongest winds expected
Thursday into Thursday night. Winds will lessen on Friday as snow
chances persist.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or
call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Area Description:
Dalton Highway Summits; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov