Blizzard Warning Issued for Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast; Wind Gusts Up to 65 MPH Expected
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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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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast from Friday morning through Monday morning, citing dangerous winds and low visibility.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast
- 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.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) Fairbanks office has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast. This alert indicates that blizzard conditions are likely, posing a significant threat to travel and safety.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for the Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast region of Alaska.
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. Residents should also prepare for the possibility of power outages due to high winds.
Expected Conditions
- Hazardous Weather: Blizzard conditions with falling and blowing snow.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 65 mph.
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations of up to two inches are possible.
- Visibility: Visibilities may drop below one-quarter mile due to blowing snow.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is in effect from 9:00 AM AKST Friday, February 27, until 9:00 AM AKST Monday, March 2. Forecasters note that there may be a brief break in blizzard conditions on Saturday before conditions deteriorate again by Sunday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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