Blizzard in Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp, Alaska

A blizzard impacted the Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp on February 25, 2026. The Department of Transportation reported whiteout conditions in Isabel Pass south of Trims Camp. Due to the dangerously low visibility and blowing snow, the Richardson Highway was closed in both directions from mile marker one hundred eighty-six to mile marker two hundred eighteen. All lanes remained closed for the duration of the event as hazardous conditions persisted. No fatalities, injuries, or property damage were reported.

A winter storm system tracked across the West Coast, North Slope, and Interior Alaska from February 20 through February 25, 2026. The episode began with widespread blizzard conditions impacting the West Coast and North Slope regions, where powerful winds and significant blowing snow reduced visibilities to near zero. As the system pushed inland, it transitioned into a heavy snow event for the Central and Eastern Interior. Notable snowfall reports included thirteen and one-half inches measured northwest of Ester and nearly nine inches reported by storm spotters in the Tanana Valley. Additionally, measurements from the Nenana Snotel indicated a seven-inch snow depth increase over a twenty-four-hour period during the height of the storm. These conditions created hazardous travel and significant impacts to infrastructure across the state. No fatalities or injuries were reported during this episode.