Winter Weather Advisory

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting between 35 to 50 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. Blizzard conditions will be possible dependent on the severity of blowing snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will steadily increase today. Strongest winds will be immediately along the coast Thursday morning into Friday afternoon, with lighter winds farther inland. This will be a long duration wind event, with gusty winds expected to continue through the weekend.