Winter Weather Advisory

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting between 35 and 45 mph.

* WHERE...Central Beaufort Sea Coast, Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, and Northern Arctic Coast.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility below one half mile. Localized blizzard conditions will be possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be immediately along the coast Thursday night into Friday afternoon. The wind weakens this weekend to around 20 to 35 mph, but when it's accompanied by any light snow, visibility will drop.