Blizzard Warning Issued for Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast Through Wednesday Afternoon
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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NWS Fairbanks has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, effective Sunday through Wednesday, with 60 mph gusts and extreme wind chills expected.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Fairbanks AK
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Fairbanks, AK, has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast. This alert indicates that extreme weather conditions are likely and expected to create hazardous situations for residents and travelers in the region.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast of Alaska (Zone AKZ805).
What You Should Do
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain protected from the elements. Prepare for potential whiteout conditions and extreme cold.
Expected Conditions
Blizzard conditions are expected throughout the duration of the warning. Specific hazards include:
- Wind Speeds: Gusts reaching as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Significant blowing and drifting snow will result in whiteout conditions at times.
- Temperature: Wind chills are expected to drop as low as 55 degrees below zero.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective from 4:00 PM AKDT on Sunday, March 8, and is currently scheduled to expire at 4:00 PM AKDT on Wednesday, March 11.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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