Winter Storm Warning Issued for Southern Denali Borough and Eastern Alaska Range

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fairbanks, AK, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Southern Denali Borough and the Eastern Alaska Range. The alert is effective starting at 4:00 PM AKDT on Sunday, March 15, and remains in effect until 7:00 AM AKDT on Wednesday, March 18.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:

• Southern Denali Borough
• Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas should take immediate precautions:

• If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5-1-1 for the latest road conditions and updates.
• Prepare for potentially life-threatening travel conditions due to extreme visibility reductions.

Expected Conditions

• Precipitation: Snow and blowing snow are expected, with total snow accumulations of up to one inch.
• Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 60 mph.
• Visibility: Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible at times, making travel treacherous.

Timeline

• Onset: 4:00 PM AKDT, Sunday, March 15.
• Duration: The warning persists through Monday and Tuesday.
• Expiration: 7:00 AM AKDT, Wednesday, March 18.