Deadhorse, Alaska — Blizzard conditions are headed for Alaska's central and eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, and the National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the area until 4:00 PM Alaska time on Friday, November 13.

What is happening:

The warning took effect at 2:00 PM Alaska time on Wednesday, November 11. Snow and blowing snow will cut visibility below a half mile at times, with periods of blizzard conditions coming and going through the week. The strongest winds arrive Saturday, when gusts could reach 60 miles per hour, and blizzard conditions may linger through the weekend.

Local impacts:

Expect up to 2 more inches of snow, with winds gusting as high as 45 miles per hour before the weekend peak. Travel could be difficult, and blowing snow could bring whiteout conditions at times.

What to do:

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only.

If you must travel, carry a winter survival kit with you.

If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.

Source: National Weather Service, Fairbanks, Alaska. November 11, 2026.