Winter Storm Warning for Yukon Flats; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley
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What you need to know
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- Delta Junction, Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp, Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp, Eielson AFB and Salcha, Fortymile Country, Tanana Flats, Two Rivers, Upper Chena River Valley and 3 more
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What is happening
What: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches expected. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher elevations. Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could lead to areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half mile at times. Where: Upper Chena River...
What the bulletin says to do
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, water, and warm clothing in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
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Bulletin details
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches expected. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher elevations. * WHERE...Upper Chena River Valley, Southern and Eastern Yukon Flats, White Mountains, and Eagle Summit. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could lead to areas of blowing snow which could reduce visibility below one half mile at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a narrow snow gradient. The highest potential for heaviest snow lies southeast of Fort Yukon. West and north of there, the likelihood for heavier snow drops quickly. Locations near Beaver and Livengood may end up getting closer to 2 to 4 inches or less.
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 10:08AM AKDT until October 22 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 10:08AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 10:08AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 10:08AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 5:58AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 5:58AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 5:58AM AKDT until October 22 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 18 at 2:59PM AKDT until October 22 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 18 at 2:59PM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Winter Storm Warning issued October 18 at 2:59PM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM 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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