Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 8:48PM AKDT until October 22 at 4:00AM 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 24 to 36
inches expected above 2500 feet with higher amounts above pass
level and 12 to 24 inches expected below 2500 feet. Snowfall rates
could exceed one inch an hour at times.
* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM AKDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy snow continues to build in Monday night
and is expected to last through Tuesday and Wednesday. Winds shift
to the north Tuesday with gusts in the 20 to 30 mph range expected.
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:
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp; Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov