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Blizzard Warning issued February 13 at 4:15PM AKST until February 15 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions reducing visibility to 1/4 mile or less. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 13 at 4:15PM AKST until February 14 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibility to 1/2 mile expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Significant drifting of snow is expected. * WHERE...South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range and Dalton Highway Summits. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
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Blizzard Warning issued February 13 at 4:15PM AKST until February 14 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Whiteout conditions expected or occurring, especially near Eagle Summit.
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Special Weather Statement issued February 13 at 3:02PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK

Snow chances are expected to increase later tonight for western Prince William Sound through at least Saturday night. Snow rates look to increase as easterly winds become gusty beginning Friday afternoon. Winds along with periods of heavy snowfall early Saturday morning, could lead to visibility reductions, especially from Whittier through the Portage Valley and as far west as Turnagain Pass. Prepare for winter weather and plan ahead by checking the latest forecast. If you are traveling the Seward Highway or Portage Glacier Road Friday through Saturday, check the road conditions before you head out.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 13 at 2:54PM AKST until February 15 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Visibility reduced to one-half mile or less at times. * WHERE...Thompson Pass. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 6 AM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Worst conditions and lowest visibilities will occur through Friday. However, periods snow and blowing snow snow look to linger into Saturday. On the north side of the Pass on the Richardson Highway towards Tonsina, there is a chance for periods
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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 13 at 2:54PM AKST until February 14 at 5:00PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Visibility reduced to one-half mile at times. * WHERE...Cordova including the Copper River Highway. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Worst conditions are expected tonight through mid-day Friday. Wind gusts should begin to diminish Friday afternoon into the evening. Warmer air also looks to push in during Friday afternoon and snow will change to rain/snow mix by then.
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Blizzard Warning issued February 12 at 2:37PM AKST until February 15 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions reducing visibility to 1/4 mile or less. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range. * WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 3 AM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 12 at 2:37PM AKST until February 15 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Visibilities will be reduced to 1/2 mile or less at times. * WHERE...Utqiagvik. * WHEN...From 6 AM Thursday to 3 AM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 55 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 12 at 2:37PM AKST until February 14 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibility to 1/2 mile expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Significant drifting of snow is expected. * WHERE...South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range and Dalton Highway Summits. * WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 3 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.