Winter Storm Watch

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 24 inches possible above 2500 feet and 6 to 12 inches possible below 2500 feet, with locally higher amounts possible above pass level. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range.

* WHEN...From Monday afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Following strong southerly winds north of Trims Camp on Monday, moderate to heavy snow is expected to build in late Monday through Tuesday and Wednesday as winds shift to being out of the north. This Winter Storm Watch will follow the Wind Advisory that is issued for north of Trims Camp on Monday.