Alaska braces for severe winter weather with up to 10 inches of snow

As of October 8, 2025, winter weather-related alerts have been issued by the National Weather Service for various states in the U.S., particularly in Alaska, where significant snowfall is expected. The NWS advised that the Atigun Pass area could experience snow accumulations between five and ten inches accompanied by strong wind gusts reaching up to fifty-five miles per hour. Such conditions not only pose hazards on roadways, including slick and hazardous surfaces but may also significantly reduce visibility down to as low as half a mile at times. These winter weather warnings are particularly important as they can potentially disrupt commute times during the mornings and evenings. In addition to Alaska, several Midwest states including Idaho, Wyoming, and parts of Minnesota are under freeze warnings and frost advisories. Sub-freezing temperatures are anticipated in regions like north-central and northeast Wisconsin, where temperatures could drop into the 20s. Likewise, areas in Minnesota may face similar sub-zero conditions which could result in damaging effects on crops and sensitive outdoor vegetation. The warnings are in effect for several counties as the National Weather Service highlighted the scope of these cold weather alerts. The weather service has been proactive in issuing advisories, warning that the conditions may lead to widespread impacts, particularly affecting outdoor activities and agriculture. The agency has emphasized that the winter weather advisory is in full effect until specific times, indicating a serious need for residents to prepare for the upcoming hazardous conditions. Travelers have been advised to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary and to take necessary precautions if they must venture out. Local meteorological departments have been monitoring the situation closely and provide regular updates to keep residents informed about changing weather patterns. Further reports from regional branches of the NWS illustrate varying degrees of cold across the Midwest, with areas expected to experience temperatures in the middle to lower 30s. They also provided guidance on how these sub-freezing temperatures could impact local agriculture, particularly with the potential loss of sensitive vegetation as a direct result of frost and freeze conditions.