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Blizzard Warning 13, NWS Anchorage, AK

February 29, 2020

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this blizzard warning at Feb 29, 2020, 12:13 PM AKST. It took effect at Feb 29, 2020, 3:00 PM AKST. It was in force for 24 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 29, 2020, 12:13 PM AKST (21:13 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 29, 2020, 3:00 PM AKST
Expired
Mar 1, 2020, 2:53 PM AKST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Anchorage, AK

The text

As transmitted.

955 
WWAK42 PAFC 292113
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1213 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

AKZ155-011400-
/O.UPG.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.200301T0000Z-200301T1400Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.200301T0000Z-200301T1400Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
1213 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of
  5 to 10 inches. Winds 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts to 45 mph
  along the coast. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to
  one quarter mile or less at times in blowing snow. Lowest 
  visibilities in blowing snow are expected along the coast.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

AKZ152-011745-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.200301T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
1213 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 PM today to 3 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ161-011745-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200301T2100Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
1213 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. Visibilities reduced to less than one half mile at times 
  in blowing snow. Areas of light freezing rain likely through 
  this evening.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay.

* WHEN...From 9 AM today to noon AKST Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal areas from Dillingham to King 
  Salmon will see the threat of freezing rain end later this 
  afternoon as temperatures warm to above freezing. These areas 
  will cool again overnight allowing for a transition back to 
  snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

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6 follow-up statements
977 
WWAK42 PAFC 010055
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
355 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

AKZ155-011400-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200301T1400Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
355 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibility reduced to one
  quarter mile or less at times, worst conditions along the coast.
  Winds 20 to 30 mph, with gusts to 45 mph along the coast. Total
  snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. 

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow will significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ152-011400-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
355 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 PM today to 3 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

AKZ161-011400-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200301T2100Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
355 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. Visibilities reduced to less than one half mile at times 
  in blowing snow. Areas of light freezing rain likely through 
  this evening.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay.

* WHEN...From 9 AM today to noon AKST Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal areas from Dillingham to King 
  Salmon will see the threat of freezing rain end later this 
  afternoon as temperatures warm to above freezing. These areas 
  will cool again overnight allowing for a transition back to 
  snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
581 
WWAK42 PAFC 010342
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
642 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

AKZ161-010445-
/O.CAN.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200301T2100Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
642 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

$$

AKZ155-011400-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200301T1400Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
642 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Visibility has been
  reduced to zero along the coast. Winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts
  to 55 mph along the coast. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 
  inches.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow are significantly reducing
  visibility to zero along the coast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ152-011645-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
642 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 PM today to 3 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
715 
WWAK42 PAFC 010608
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
908 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

AKZ161-011915-
/O.EXB.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.200301T1200Z-200302T0300Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
908 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM AKST SUNDAY ALONG
THE COAST FROM DILLINGHAM TO PILOT POINT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibility will drop to one
  quarter mile or less. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches.
  Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Along the coast from Dillingham to Pilot Point.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blizzard conditions are most likely around
  King Salmon in the morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

AKZ155-011400-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200301T1400Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
908 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Visibility has been 
  reduced to zero along the coast. Winds 35 to 45 mph, with 
  gusts to 55 mph along the coast. Total snow accumulations of 5 
  to 10 inches.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow are significantly reducing 
  visibility to zero along the coast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ152-011915-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
908 PM AKST Sat Feb 29 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 PM today to 3 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
876 
WWAK42 PAFC 011354
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
454 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

AKZ155-011800-
/O.EXT.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200301T1800Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
454 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST THIS MORNING
ALONG THE COAST...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Visibility has been
  reduced to zero along the coast. Winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts
  to 55 mph along the coast. Storm total snow accumulations of 5 
  to 10 inches.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta along the coast.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow are significantly reducing
  visibility to zero along the coast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

AKZ161-020300-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200302T0300Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
454 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING ALONG THE COAST FROM DILLINGHAM TO PILOT POINT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibility will drop to 
  one quarter mile or less. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches. Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 
  mph.

* WHERE...Along the coast from Dillingham to Pilot Point.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blizzard conditions are most likely 
  around King Salmon in the morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

AKZ152-020000-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
454 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
761 
WWAK42 PAFC 011754
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
854 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

AKZ155-011900-
/O.EXP.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200301T1800Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
854 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM AKST THIS MORNING ALONG
THE COAST...

The worst conditions are ending along the coast. A band of heavy
snow is shifting inland, so expect snow and blowing snow to 
continue through the morning with some pockets of visibilities as 
low as one quarter of a mile. However, widespread blizzard 
conditions are no longer expected.

$$

AKZ161-020300-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200302T0300Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
854 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING ALONG THE COAST FROM DILLINGHAM TO PILOT POINT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibility will drop to 
  one quarter mile or less. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches. Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 
  mph.

* WHERE...Along the coast from Dillingham to Pilot Point.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blizzard conditions are most likely 
  around King Salmon in the morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay
with your vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ152-020000-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0000Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
854 AM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

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953 
WWAK42 PAFC 012353
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
253 PM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

AKZ161-020100-
/O.CAN.PAFC.BZ.W.0013.000000T0000Z-200302T0300Z/
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, 
and Pilot Point
253 PM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED ALONG THE COAST FROM DILLINGHAM
TO PILOT POINT...

While winds remain strong and gusty, the heaviest of the snow has
exited. Expect brief periods of snow and blowing snow through the
early evening hours. 

$$

AKZ152-020900-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-200302T0900Z/
Lower Kuskokwim Valley-
Including the cities of Aniak and Sleetmute
253 PM AKST Sun Mar 1 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT AKST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until midnight AKST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 28, 3:32 PM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFC62 hr
Feb 28, 3:49 PM AKSTBrisk Wind AdvisoryAFC36 hr
Feb 28, 3:49 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC5 days
Feb 28, 3:49 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC12 hr
Feb 28, 3:51 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC4 days
Feb 28, 5:00 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC11 hr
Feb 29, 3:51 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC12 hr
Feb 29, 3:51 AM AKSTStorm WarningAFC36 hr
Feb 29, 3:51 AM AKSTHeavy Freezing Spray WarningAFC7 days
Feb 29, 3:54 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC48 hr
Feb 29, 3:54 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC71 hr
Feb 29, 3:54 AM AKSTStorm WarningAFC36 hr
Feb 29, 3:54 AM AKSTHeavy Freezing Spray WarningAFC4 days
Feb 29, 3:54 AM AKSTHeavy Freezing Spray WarningAFC60 hr

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