Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 21 at 3:01AM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 21, 2026 - 4:01am
Expires:
October 21, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 11
inches expected.
* WHERE...Upper Chena River Valley, White Mountains and High Terrain
South of the Yukon River, and Yukon Flats.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon.
* 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...Snowfall rates will diminish through
Wednesday.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1
for the latest road conditions.
Area Description:
Yukon Flats; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov