Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 8:48PM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 19, 2026 - 9:48pm
Expires:
October 20, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches expected, with 1 to 3 inches expected from Northway to the
Alcan Border along the Alaska Highway. Locally higher snow totals
of 12 to 16 inches will be possible, especially between Tanacross
and Dot Lake. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Rain may mix with
snow in the Upper Tanana Valley around Northway to the Alcan
Border.
* WHERE...Delta Junction, Fortymile Country, and Upper Tanana Valley.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northwest wind gusts may be as high as 35 mph
Tuesday morning through early Wednesday morning.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Fortymile Country; Upper Tanana Valley; Delta Junction
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov