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Winter Storm Watch issued October 18 at 2:59PM AKDT until October 21
Affecting Tanana Flats; Eielson AFB and Salcha; Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills; Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area; Nenana
In effect until: Oct 19, 2026, 3:00 PM
Tanana Flats; Eielson AFB and Salcha; Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills; Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area; Nenana
Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 3:00 PM.
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* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches possible. * WHERE...Fairbanks North Star Borough and Nenana. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lighter snow is expected Monday with some mixed precipitation possible. Heavier snow is possible Tuesday. There is high uncertainty in the exact snow amounts and the placement of the heavier snow. This detail will be crucial in determining which spots get 6"+ and 3" or less. As of right now, we are leaning towards the heaviest snow being towards Eielson with lighter snow in Fairbanks and especially west of Fairbanks. A 30 mile change east or west will result in drastic differences. We will continue to update as details become clearer.
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™