* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Lower Koyukuk Valley, South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range, and Upper Kobuk Valleys.
* WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 9 PM AKST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During the strongest wind gusts, visibility could be limited to below 1/4 mile, resulting in significant blowing and drifting snow.
* AFFECTED AREAS: SOUTH SLOPES OF THE WESTERN BROOKS RANGE ... UPPER KOBUK VALLEYS ... LOWER KOYUKUK VALLEY
Instructions:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
