Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
WHERE
Bering Strait Coast and Shishmaref.
WHEN
Until 9 AM AKST Sunday.
IMPACTS
Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could result in power outages.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Winds weaken Sunday morning allowing conditions to improve, but showery snowfall continues through Sunday into early Monday. Warming temperatures late Saturday into early Sunday leads to periods of wintry mix and improved visibilities.
Recommendations
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.
