Heavy Snow and Winds Hit Western Brooks Range
Heavy Snow and Winds Hit Western Brooks Range
US · Published Oct 29, 2026
• A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range and Red Dog Mine area until 4 PM AKDT on Thursday, October
• Heavy snow is expected, with accumulations ranging from 6–12 inches near Red Dog Mine and 12–18 inches in the Western Brooks Range. Winds could gust up to 35 mph, creating areas of blowing snow and significantly reducing visibility. Below 800 feet, including Noatak, precipitation is expected to fall mostly as rain. The heaviest snowfall is anticipated from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning, with temperatures cooling into Thursday.

Impact & Risks

Travel in the affected areas could become very difficult due to heavy snow and reduced visibility caused by blowing snow. The combination of high winds and significant snowfall may lead to hazardous conditions, particularly in higher elevations. Residents and travelers in the South Slopes of the Western Brooks Range and Noatak Valley should prepare for potential disruptions and delays.

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