Blizzard Warning Issued for Bering Strait Coast and Shishmaref Through Saturday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Bering Strait Coast and Diomede, effective Friday morning through Saturday night due to high winds and low visibility.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) Fairbanks AK has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Bering Strait Coast region. The alert was officially issued on the afternoon of March 5 and covers a period of significant hazardous weather expected to begin Friday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- Bering Strait Coast
- Shishmaref
- Diomede
What You Should Do
Local authorities and the NWS advise that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. In the event that you become stranded, stay with your vehicle.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for blizzard conditions characterized by the following:
- Wind Speeds: Gusts reaching as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Areas of blowing snow are expected to significantly reduce visibility to 1/4 mile or less at times.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is scheduled to take effect at 9:00 AM AKST on Friday, March 6. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until the warning expires at 9:00 PM AKST on Saturday, March 7.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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