Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued October 18 at 6:06AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 7:06am
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and
10 inches possible. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher
elevations.
* WHERE...Upper Chena River Valley, White Mountains, and Eagle
Summit.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Gusty winds could lead to
areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half
mile at times.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Area Description:
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov