Special Weather Statement for Noatak Valley; Kivalina and Red Dog Dock
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- Kivalina and Red Dog Dock, Noatak Valley
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What is happening
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. Impacts: Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce...
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Slow down and use caution while traveling.
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* 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.
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Special Weather Statement issued October 18 at 6:16AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Fairbanks AK. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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