173K views · 7.6K reactions | Meet Qigiq, a Snowy Owl here at the Alaska Raptor Center. Unlike many of their nocturnal counterparts, Snowy Owls are diurnal, embracing the endless Arctic summer days to hunt tirelessly! Did you know Snowy Owls may devour over 1,600 lemmings in a single year? #FunFactFriday #DiurnalHunter #ArcticAdaptations | Alaska Raptor Center | Facebook

Our next storm system is building in from the west, leading to rain, snow and winds across the state. While Southcentral will primarily see all rain, outside of elevations above 3500 feet, the Interior is poised to see some snowfall. A winter weather advisory is in effect from tomorrow afternoon into Friday evening for areas north of the Steese Highway for 4-9 inches of snow. | Alaska's Weather Source