From Norton Sound 150:
VERY IMPORTANT UPDATE! The PJM/NS450 committee and the 8 race mushers have reached a mutual decision regarding continuation of the race. With very cold temperatures and stormy conditions present and in the forecast, and with the Iditarod start so close, we have decided to significantly shorten the race course. Our main concern is for dog and musher safety. There will be an official restart in Shaktoolik at 2pm with racers leaving for the finish line in Unalakleet in the order they arrived at 2 minute intervals. It will be a 40 mile sprint to the finish. There will be some adjustment in the purse which will be announced soon.
