* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less at times.
* WHERE...White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River, including the Steese Highway near Eagle Summit and areas along the Elliot Highway.
* WHEN...From 3 AM Friday to 3 AM AKST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Travel could be extremely hazardous.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WHITE MOUNTAINS AND HIGH TERRAIN SOUTH OF THE YUKON RIVER
Instructions:
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. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your vehicle.
