College, AK Weather Alerts

Fairbanks North Star Borough8:14 PM AKDT64.86°N, 147.80°WElevation 449 ft

Winter Weather Advisory

Moderate · Expected

From 10:00 AM Sun until 10:00 PM Mon·Issued 9:12 AM Sat Oct 24·NWS Fairbanks AK

Winter Weather Advisory issued October 24 at 9:12AM AKDT until October 26 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK

Details

What: Wintry mix. Total snow accumulations up to two inches.

Where: Chatanika River Valley, Delta Junction, Eielson AFB, Salcha, Fairbanks Metro Area, Goldstream Valley, Nenana Hills, Tanana Flats, and Two Rivers.

When: From 10 AM Sunday to 10 PM AKDT Monday.

Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

Additional details: Multiple fronts are expected to move over the area on Sunday and Monday, both of which are expected to bring a wintry mix. Precipitation will change to mostly rain during the overnight hours Sunday into Monday. Any rain will act as freezing rain and stick on surfaces below freezing.

What to do

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Areas: Delta Junction; Tanana Flats; Eielson AFB and Salcha; Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills; Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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