Official alert: Winter Storm Warning for South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range; Noatak Valley.

Expires: Oct 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC.

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches in
the higher terrain, including Red Dog Mine, and 3 to 6 inches in
Noatak. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

  • WHERE...Noatak Valley and South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range.
  • WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.

NWS instructions: 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.

This is a direct summary of an active National Weather Service alert. Follow the official source for updates and current instructions.