Severe · Winter Storm WarningActive alert
Winter Storm Warning issued October 22 at 9:39PM AKDT until October 25
Affecting South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range; Noatak Valley
In effect until: Oct 23, 2026, 3:00 PM
South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range; Noatak Valley
Likely impact; effects through 3:00 PM.
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.
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* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches in the terrain. 3 to 6 inches in Noatak. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Noatak Valley and South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range. * WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 4 PM AKDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow may mix with, or changeover to rain Saturday afternoon/evening, then back to snow Saturday night.
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™