Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 8 at 12:21PM AKDT until October 10 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 8, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
October 9, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 10 to 14
inches for areas of elevation. Winds occasionally gusting as high
as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Noatak Valley and South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM AKDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with
you in case of an emergency.
Area Description:
South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range; Noatak Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov