FROM: NWS Fairbanks AK
AREA: Kivalina and Red Dog Dock; Baldwin Peninsula
SENT: 2026-02-16T01:38:00-09:00
Blizzard Warning issued February 16 at 1:38AM AKST until February 19 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT…Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations
between 4 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE…Baldwin Peninsula and Kivalina and Red Dog Dock.
* WHEN…From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Thursday.
* IMPACTS…Travel may be impacted. Areas of blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree
damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Heaviest snowfall will be along the Baldwin
Peninsula.
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.
Alert Expiration: 2026-02-16T16:30:00-09:00
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