Blizzard — Arctic Slope Coastal, Alaska

2000-03-12 to 2000-03-13 · Arctic Slope Coastal, Alaska

Wider weather episode

A small lee side trough of low pressure formed just north of the Brooks Range early on March 12, and interacted with moderate highpressure in the arctic basin to cause high wind and blizzard conditions at Point Lay. The wind weakened as the trough weakened.Highest wind at Point Lay AWOS: 40 mph sustained, gust 47 mph.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5135697. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.