Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 16 at 6:18AM AKDT until October 16 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 16, 2026 - 7:18am
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and pockets of freezing drizzle.
Additional snow accumulations up to one inch with a light glaze of
ice. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Central Beaufort Sea Coast and Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Freezing drizzle could lead to
icy surface conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility at times.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Area Description:
Central Beaufort Sea Coast; Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov