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Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Anchorage, AK

January 10, 2021

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this blizzard warning at Jan 10, 2021, 8:13 AM AKST. It was in force for 20 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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Issued
Jan 10, 2021, 8:13 AM AKST (17:13 UTC)
Expired
Jan 11, 2021, 4:34 AM AKST
In force
20 hr
Issued by
NWS Anchorage, AK

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861 
WWAK42 PAFC 101713
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
813 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

AKZ155-110615-
/O.NEW.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.210110T1713Z-210111T1500Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
813 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY ALONG THE
KUSKOKWIM DELTA COAST NORTH OF TOKSOOK BAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. North winds of 35 to 45 
  mph with gusts as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Along the Kuskokwim Delta Coast North of Toksook Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current observations across Chevak and near
  the Kuskokwim Delta Coast are showing winds gusting as high as
  50 mph this morning with 1/4 mile visibility. The 1/4 mile
  visibility and strong gusty winds upwards of 50 mph are expected
  to continue throughout the day and into the early morning hours
  on Monday. Conditions will gradually improve early Monday
  morning with improving visibilities but winds will remain gusty
  upwards of 20 to 30 mph throughout the day Monday.

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. 

&&

$$

AKZ185-110615-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.210111T1000Z-210112T1000Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski
813 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM MONDAY TO
1 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 8 inches. Northwest wind 30 to 45 mph with gusts to 55 
  mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 1 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds, snow showers, and blowing 
  snow will persist today. However, stronger winds will start 
  after 1am Monday, which will increase the likelihood of 
  blowing snow and reduce visibility to one half mile.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

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4 follow-up statements
961 
WWAK42 PAFC 101926
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1026 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

AKZ155-110830-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
1026 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY
ALONG THE KUSKOKWIM DELTA COAST NORTH OF TOKSOOK BAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. North winds of 35 to 45 
  mph with gusts as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Along the Kuskokwim Delta Coast North of Toksook Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current observations across Chevak and 
  near the Kuskokwim Delta Coast are showing winds gusting as 
  high as 50 mph this morning with 1/4 mile visibility. The 1/4 
  mile visibility and strong gusty winds upwards of 50 mph are 
  expected to continue throughout the day and into the early 
  morning hours on Monday. Conditions will gradually improve 
  early Monday morning with improving visibilities but winds 
  will remain gusty upwards of 20 to 30 mph throughout the day 
  Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ181-110830-
/O.EXB.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.210110T1926Z-210111T1500Z/
Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Cold Bay and Sand Point
1026 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of
  3 to 6 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is currently falling across the
  area. This is expected to continue through the remainder of the
  day picking up in intensity this afternoon and continue through
  6 AM Monday morning. Falling snow combined with strong gusty
  winds will reduce visibilities to as low as 1/2 mile. After 6am,
  conditions will gradually improve with subsiding winds with on-
  and-off snow showers continuing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

&&

$$

AKZ185-110830-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.210111T1000Z-210112T1000Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski
1026 AM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM MONDAY TO
1 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Northwest wind 30 to 45 mph 
  with gusts to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 1 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds, snow showers, and blowing 
  snow will persist today. However, stronger winds will start 
  after 1am Monday, which will increase the likelihood of 
  blowing snow and reduce visibility to one half mile.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

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858 
WWAK42 PAFC 102126
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1226 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

AKZ155-111030-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
1226 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY
ALONG THE KUSKOKWIM DELTA COAST NORTH OF TOKSOOK BAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. North winds of 35 to 45 
  mph with gusts as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Along the Kuskokwim Delta Coast North of Toksook Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current observations across Chevak and near
  the Kuskokwim Delta Coast are showing winds gusting as high as
  50 mph this morning with frequent whiteout conditions. The one
  quarter mile or less visibilities and strong gusty winds 
  upwards of 50 mph are expected to continue throughout the day 
  and into the early morning hours on Monday. Conditions will 
  gradually improve early Monday morning with improving 
  visibilities but winds will remain gusty upwards of 20 to 30 mph
  throughout the day Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ195-111030-
/O.EXB.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210112T0600Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the city of Saint Paul
1226 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of
  2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts upwards of 50
  mph.

* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently falling
  across the area. This is expected to continue through the
  remainder of the day with the peak of the event expected between
  9 PM this evening through 9 PM Monday evening. Falling snow
  combined with strong gusty winds will reduce visibilities to as
  low as one half mile. After 9 PM Monday, conditions will only
  gradually improve with subsiding winds and frequent snow 
  showers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

&&

$$

AKZ181-111030-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Cold Bay and Sand Point
1226 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 6 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 45 to 55 
  mph.

* WHERE...Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently falling
  across the area. This is expected to continue through the
  remainder of the day picking up in intensity this afternoon and
  continue through 6 AM Monday morning. Falling snow combined with
  strong gusty winds will reduce visibilities to as low as one
  half mile. After 6am, conditions will gradually improve with 
  subsiding winds with on- and-off snow showers continuing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

AKZ185-111030-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.210111T1000Z-210112T1000Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski
1226 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM MONDAY TO
1 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Northwest wind 30 to 45 mph 
  with gusts to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 1 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds, snow showers, and blowing 
  snow will persist today. However, stronger winds will start 
  after 1am Monday, which will increase the likelihood of 
  blowing snow and reduce visibility to one half mile.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
799 
WWAK42 PAFC 110018
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
318 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

AKZ155-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
318 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY
ALONG THE KUSKOKWIM DELTA COAST NORTH OF TOKSOOK BAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. North winds of 35 to 45 
  mph with gusts as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Along the Kuskokwim Delta Coast North of Toksook Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current observations across Chevak and 
  near the Kuskokwim Delta Coast are showing winds gusting as 
  high as 50 mph this morning with frequent whiteout conditions. 
  The one quarter mile or less visibilities and strong gusty 
  winds upwards of 50 mph are expected to continue throughout 
  the day and into the early morning hours on Monday. Conditions 
  will gradually improve early Monday morning with improving 
  visibilities but winds will remain gusty upwards of 20 to 30 
  mph throughout the day Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ181-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Cold Bay and Sand Point
318 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 6 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 45 to 55 
  mph.

* WHERE...Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently 
  falling across the area. This is expected to continue through 
  the remainder of the day picking up in intensity this 
  afternoon and continue through 6 AM Monday morning. Falling 
  snow combined with strong gusty winds will reduce visibilities 
  to as low as one half mile. After 6am, conditions will 
  gradually improve with subsiding winds with on- and-off snow 
  showers continuing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

AKZ185-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.210111T1000Z-210112T1000Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski
318 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM MONDAY TO
1 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Northwest wind 30 to 45 mph 
  with gusts to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 1 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds, snow showers, and blowing 
  snow will persist today. However, stronger winds will start 
  after 1am Monday, which will increase the likelihood of 
  blowing snow and reduce visibility to one half mile.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

AKZ195-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210112T0600Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the city of Saint Paul
318 PM AKST Sun Jan 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations 
  of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts upwards 
  of 50 mph.

* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently 
  falling across the area. This is expected to continue through 
  the remainder of the day with the peak of the event expected 
  between 9 PM this evening through 9 PM Monday evening. Falling 
  snow combined with strong gusty winds will reduce visibilities 
  to as low as one half mile. After 9 PM Monday, conditions will 
  only gradually improve with subsiding winds and frequent snow 
  showers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

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275 
WWAK42 PAFC 111334
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
434 AM AKST Mon Jan 11 2021

AKZ155-111445-
/O.CAN.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210111T1500Z/
Kuskokwim Delta-
Including the cities of Bethel, Hooper Bay, and Nunivak Island
434 AM AKST Mon Jan 11 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED ALONG THE KUSKOKWIM DELTA COAST
NORTH OF TOKSOOK BAY...

Blizzard conditions have diminished as visibility has improved.
Snow showers and blowing snow are still possible throughout the
day today.

$$

AKZ181-120300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210112T0300Z/
Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Cold Bay and Sand Point
434 AM AKST Mon Jan 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of
  3 to 6 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 45 to 50 
  mph.

* WHERE...Alaska Peninsula.

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

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
  visibility to one half mile at times.
 
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently falling
  across the area. This is expected to continue through this
  evening. Falling snow combined with strong gusty winds will
  reduce visibilities to as low as one half mile. After 6pm,
  conditions will gradually improve with subsiding winds with on-
  and-off snow showers continuing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

&&

$$

AKZ185-120300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210112T1500Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski
434 AM AKST Mon Jan 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. Northwest wind 30 to 45 mph 
  with gusts to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
  visibility to one half mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds, snow showers, and blowing
  snow will persist today. Stronger winds starting this morning 
  will increase the likelihood of blowing snow and reduce 
  visibility to one half mile.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

&&

$$

AKZ195-120300-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210112T0600Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the city of Saint Paul
434 AM AKST Mon Jan 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of
  up to 3 inches. North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts upwards of 
  50 mph.

* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
  visibility to one half mile.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow is currently falling
  across the area. This is expected to continue through the
  remainder of the day.  Falling snow combined with strong gusty 
  winds will reduce visibilities to as low as one half mile. After
  9 PM Monday, conditions will only gradually improve with 
  subsiding winds and frequent snow showers.

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
Jan 9, 3:24 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC61 hr
Jan 9, 3:29 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC36 hr
Jan 9, 3:29 PM AKSTStorm WarningAFC12 hr
Jan 9, 3:31 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC12 hr
Jan 9, 3:35 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC12 hr
Jan 9, 3:35 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC60 hr
Jan 10, 3:38 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC24 hr
Jan 10, 3:38 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC24 hr
Jan 10, 3:57 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC24 hr
Jan 10, 3:57 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC72 hr
Jan 10, 4:07 AM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFC62 hr

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