Blizzard Warning Issued for Yukon Delta Coast Through Sunday Morning

Source: NOAA · Yukon Delta Coast, Alaska

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 Yukon Delta Coast, effective from 9 PM Saturday to 9 AM Sunday, featuring wind gusts up to 45 mph and blowing snow.

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Record type
Blizzard Warning
Affected area
Yukon Delta 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 Yukon Delta Coast, Alaska.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Yukon Delta Coast. The alert is effective from 9:00 PM AKST Saturday, February 14, through 9:00 AM AKST Sunday, February 15.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the Yukon Delta Coast geographic region.

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.

Expected Conditions

Blizzard conditions are expected throughout the warning period. Total snow accumulations are forecasted between 1 to 3 inches, with winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Areas of blowing snow are expected to significantly reduce visibility, which may impact travel.

Timeline

The current Blizzard Warning is in effect from 9:00 PM this evening until 9:00 AM AKST Sunday morning.

Additional weather impacts are expected beyond this window. A second, much stronger front is forecasted to arrive Monday morning, potentially bringing southeast wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, heavy snow, and renewed blizzard conditions. These severe conditions are expected to continue until early Tuesday morning, with modest wind gusts and periods of snow continuing through at least Wednesday morning.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Yukon Delta Coast, effective from 9 PM Saturday to 9 AM Sunday, featuring wind gusts up to 45 mph and blowing snow.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Yukon Delta Coast, Alaska. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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