* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible, especially for Eagle Summit. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Steese and Elliott Highways.
* WHEN...From midnight Thursday Night to 9 PM AKST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...North winds will begin to gust up to 30 mph along the Elliott Highway Thursday afternoon. Strongest winds and blizzard conditions will begin thereafter, especially towards Eagle Summit by Friday morning. Blizzard conditions will likely continue through Saturday evening. Wind directions will begin from the north/northeast on Thursday, then easterly Friday morning, and southerly by Friday afternoon.
* 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.
