Winter Storm Warnings are in effect across Alaska’s Eastern Interior, with up to 36 inches of snow forecast in the Eastern Alaska Range.
The warnings run into Wednesday afternoon for most areas.
In the Eastern Alaska Range, the warning runs until 4 a.m. AKDT Thursday.
Travel could be very difficult, and blowing snow could sharply cut visibility.
Eastern Alaska Range: Up to 36 Inches
This is the heaviest snow in the region.
Above 2,500 feet: 24 to 36 inches, with higher amounts above pass level.
Below 2,500 feet: 12 to 24 inches.
Snowfall rates could exceed one inch an hour at times.
Winds shift to the north Tuesday, with gusts of 20 to 30 mph.
Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
The warning covers the Richardson Highway from Mile 202 to Mile 259, including Donnelly Dome, Black Rapids and Trims Camp.
Delta Junction, Tok and Fortymile Country
6 to 12 inches of snow are expected, until 4 p.m. AKDT Wednesday.
Locally 12 to 16 inches are possible, especially between Tanacross and Dot Lake.
Totals drop to 1 to 3 inches from Northway to the Alcan border along the Alaska Highway.
Rain may mix with snow in the Upper Tanana Valley around Northway.
Northwest gusts could reach 35 mph.
The warning covers Delta Junction, Fort Greely, Tok, Tanacross, Northway, Eagle, Chicken and the Alaska Highway east of Mile 1392.
Yukon Flats and the White Mountains
5 to 11 inches are expected, from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 4 p.m. AKDT Wednesday.
The snow gradient is narrow. The heaviest snow is southeast of Fort Yukon.
Beaver and Livengood may see only 2 to 4 inches or less.
Gusts to 35 mph at higher elevations could cut visibility below half a mile at times.
The warning covers Fort Yukon, Circle, Central, Venetie, Chena Hot Springs, Eagle Summit and Twelvemile Summit.
Salcha, Eielson and Two Rivers
5 to 10 inches are expected, from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 4 p.m. AKDT Wednesday.
A very sharp gradient between light and heavy snow will develop Tuesday.
If the gradient sets up west of the area, totals will be on the higher end.
If it sets up to the east, totals will be on the lower end.
The warning covers Salcha, Eielson Air Force Base, Two Rivers, Harding Lake, Moose Creek and Birch Lake.
Fairbanks
Fairbanks is not in the warning list above.
Winter Weather Advisories cover Fairbanks and nearby areas for 3 to 7 inches of snow from Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
The Denali Borough has 5 to 10 inches, with winds up to 40 mph.
NWS Fairbanks says considerable uncertainty remains on totals in the Tanana Valley, including Fairbanks.
How to Stay Safe
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, water and warm clothing in your vehicle.
Check road conditions at 511.alaska.gov or call 511.
Expect slow travel and reduced visibility in blowing snow.
Local forecasts and updates: NWS Fairbanks.
For more, see the NWS Winter Weather Safety guide.
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