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Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 5:58AM AKDT until October 21

Affecting Yukon Flats; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley

In effect until: Oct 20, 2026, 12:00 AM

Yukon Flats; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley

Likely impact; effects through 12:00 AM.

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.

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* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10
inches expected. Wind could gust as high as 35 mph across higher
elevations.

* WHERE...Upper Chena River Valley, Southern and Eastern Yukon Flats,
White Mountains, and Eagle Summit.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday.

* 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...There will be a narrow snow gradient. The
highest potential for heaviest snow lies southeast of Fort Yukon.
West and north of there, the likelihood for heavier snow drops
quickly. Locations near Beaver and Livengood may end up getting
closer to 3 to 5 inches or less.

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

Winter Storm Warning issued October 19 at 5:58AM AKDT until October 21

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