Winter Weather Advisory

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Central and Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility below one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A series of fronts will lift north over the Interior Thursday through Friday, with the strongest winds expected Thursday into Thursday night. Winds will lessen on Friday as snow chances persist.