Blizzard — Western Arctic Coast, Alaska

2024-04-15 · Western Arctic Coast, Alaska

Event narrative

Blizzard conditions developed during the morning hours of at Cape Lisburne (PALU). Wind gust to 70 mph were reported, accompanied by visibility in blowing snow of less than a quarter of a mile.

Wider weather episode

A low pressure system moving out of Russia brought snow, blizzard conditions, and high winds to the Western Arctic Coast.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1173775. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.