Kotzebue, Alaska —

## What is happening:

The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Blizzard Warning for the Lower Kobuk Valley and the Baldwin Peninsula, in effect from 10 AM Friday until 4 AM Saturday (Alaska time). Forecasters expect true blizzard conditions to set in across western Alaska through Friday as snow and strong south winds arrive together.

## Local impacts:

Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected, but the wind is the real story — gusts up to 55 miles per hour will drive blowing snow and could drop visibility below a quarter of a mile. Travel could become very difficult. The same strong winds could knock out power in the warned areas.

## What to do:

- Travel should be restricted to emergencies only.

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

- If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle and wait for help.

*Source: National Weather Service, Fairbanks, Alaska. Issued Thursday, October 22.*