Nome, AK 99762 Weather Alerts

Nome (CA)2:21 PM AKDT64.50°N, 165.41°W

Blizzard Warning

Extreme · Expected

Until 1:00 AM Sat·Issued 12:43 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Fairbanks AK

Blizzard Warning issued October 23 at 12:43PM AKDT until October 24 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK

Details

What: Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

Where: Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.

When: Until 1 AM AKDT Saturday.

Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could result in power outages. Visibilities may drop below one quarter mile or less due to falling and blowing snow.

Additional details: Snow will change to rain early Saturday morning.

What to do

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.

Areas: Southern Seward Peninsula Coast

Coastal Flood Advisory

Minor · Expected

Until 4:00 PM Sun·Issued 12:26 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Fairbanks AK

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 12:26PM AKDT until October 25 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK

Details

What: Minor coastal flooding expected. Water levels of 4 to 6.5 feet above the normal high tide line expected.

Where: Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.

When: Until 4 PM AKDT Sunday.

Impacts: Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

Additional details: For Nome and Golovin, water levels are expected to rise to around 6 feet above the normal high tide line. In Nome, this can result in water approaching low-lying homes in Belmont Subdivision with standing water expected in the port area. For Golovin, water may inundate any beach property but the roads, buildings and residences shouldn't be impacted as the water remains below the berm. Water levels will peak Friday afternoon and gradually drop, but remain above normal through the weekend.

What to do

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Areas: Southern Seward Peninsula Coast

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