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Blizzard Warning 20, NWS Anchorage, AK
NWS Anchorage, AK issued this blizzard warning at Dec 6, 2021, 3:31 PM AKST. It took effect at Dec 7, 2021, 8:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 21 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
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- Issued
- Dec 6, 2021, 3:31 PM AKST (00:31 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 7, 2021, 8:00 AM AKST
- Expired
- Dec 8, 2021, 5:00 AM AKST
- In force
- 21 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Anchorage, AK
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720 WWAK41 PAFC 070031 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 AKZ141-071345- /O.NEW.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.211207T1700Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY FROM PAXSON NORTH... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of two to four inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday 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. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-071345- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1700Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AKST TUESDAY SOUTH OF CLAM GULCH... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. Southeast winds gusting to 35 mph this evening becoming westerly after midnight. * WHERE...South of Clam Gulch. * WHEN...Until 8 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibilities to one half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are expected along the Homer Bluff, Diamond Ridge, and hills north of Homer. While rain may mix in with snow at lower elevations this evening, heavy snow will resume overnight. As winds shift to westerly, expect more blowing snow as temperatures cool through Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ125-071345- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1500Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY NORTH OF SEWARD... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional accumulations of 4 to 7 inches along the Seward Highway from Turnagain Pass to north of Seward. South to east wind 15 to 30 mph with gusts as high as as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portage Valley to north of Seward. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This continues to be a long duration snow event with variations in snowfall intensity. The heavier snow will shift inland this afternoon through tonight. Temperatures have warmed along the coast during the storm, which caused a changeover to a rain/snow mix for Whittier and Seward today. This will lead to reduced snowfall totals of 1 to 3 inches for Whittier and Seward through tonight. The strongest winds and biggest threat of blowing snow will be through Portage Valley and eastern Turnagain Arm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-071345- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will warm to near or slightly above freezing in Valdez late today. This could cause snow to mix with rain at times, but the predominant precipitation type will be snow throughout this event. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ135-070800- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T0800Z/ Southeast Prince William Sound- Including the city of Cordova 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. * WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Snow will reduce visibilities to less than one quarter mile at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Intense snow rates are keeping temperatures near or below freezing. This will allow for snow to continue to accumulate through the evening. Rain will start to mix with snow as warm air moves in overnight, limiting further accumulations at sea level. Heavy snow will continue in the mountains through Tuesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ145-071345- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1400Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches over the southern valley and 4 to 7 inches over the northern and western valley. Local amounts of up to 20 inches possible in the foothills of the Alaska Range. * WHERE...Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowstorm, with variations in snowfall intensity. The most persistent heavy snow and highest snow amounts will be north and west of Talkeetna. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ101-071345- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.211207T1000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 331 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches for the Anchorage Bowl, and 5 to 8 inches on the Hillside. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected throughout the Tuesday morning commute. The snow will linger on the Hillside into Tuesday evening, resulting in the higher snowfall totals. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Resuspended snow will cause reduced visibilities in the wake of vehicles. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
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768 WWAK41 PAFC 070633 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 AKZ141-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.211207T1700Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of two to four inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1700Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AKST TUESDAY SOUTH OF CLAM GULCH... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. Southeast winds gusting to 35 mph this evening becoming westerly after midnight. * WHERE...South of Clam Gulch. * WHEN...Until 8 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibilities to one half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are expected along the Homer Bluff, Diamond Ridge, and hills north of Homer. While rain may mix in with snow at lower elevations this evening, heavy snow will resume overnight. As winds shift to westerly, expect more blowing snow as temperatures cool through Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ125-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1500Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY NORTH OF SEWARD... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional accumulations of 4 to 7 inches along the Seward Highway from Turnagain Pass to north of Seward. South to east wind 15 to 30 mph with gusts as high as as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portage Valley to north of Seward. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This continues to be a long duration snow event with variations in snowfall intensity. The heavier snow will shift inland this afternoon through tonight. Temperatures have warmed along the coast during the storm, which caused a changeover to a rain/snow mix for Whittier and Seward today. This will lead to reduced snowfall totals of 1 to 3 inches for Whittier and Seward through tonight. The strongest winds and biggest threat of blowing snow will be through Portage Valley and eastern Turnagain Arm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will warm to near or slightly above freezing in Valdez late today. This could cause snow to mix with rain at times, but the predominant precipitation type will be snow throughout this event. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ135-070800- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T0800Z/ Southeast Prince William Sound- Including the city of Cordova 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. * WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Snow will reduce visibilities to less than one quarter mile at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Intense snow rates are keeping temperatures near or below freezing. This will allow for snow to continue to accumulate through the evening. Rain will start to mix with snow as warm air moves in overnight, limiting further accumulations at sea level. Heavy snow will continue in the mountains through Tuesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ145-071400- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1400Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches over the southern valley and 4 to 7 inches over the northern and western valley. Local amounts of up to 20 inches possible in the foothills of the Alaska Range. * WHERE...Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowstorm, with variations in snowfall intensity. The most persistent heavy snow and highest snow amounts will be north and west of Talkeetna. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-071500- /O.EXB.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.211207T1200Z-211208T0000Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop early Tuesday morning with the heaviest snowfall rates occurring during the Tuesday morning commute. The snow will begin as a wet snow, but will become more powdery through the duration of the event as temperatures drop. The wet snow will cause slick conditions in the morning and the powdery snow during the day will reduce visibilities in the wake of vehicles. The snow will taper to snow showers Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ101-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.211207T1000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 933 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches for the Anchorage Bowl, and 5 to 8 inches on the Hillside. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop early Tuesday morning with the heaviest snowfall rates occurring during the Tuesday morning commute. The snow will begin as a wet snow, but will become more powdery through the duration of the event as temperatures drop. The wet snow will cause slick conditions in the morning and the powdery snow during the day will reduce visibilities in the wake of vehicles. The snow will taper to snow showers Tuesday afternoon. The snow will linger on the Hillside into Tuesday evening, resulting in the higher snowfall totals. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Resuspended snow will cause reduced visibilities in the wake of vehicles. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
517 WWAK41 PAFC 070802 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 AKZ135-070915- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T0800Z/ Southeast Prince William Sound- Including the city of Cordova 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Precipitation in the Cordova area is mixing with and at times changing over to plain rain, so the winter threat has ended. $$ AKZ141-072115- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.211207T1700Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY FROM PAXSON NORTH... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of two to four inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday 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. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-071700- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1700Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AKST TUESDAY SOUTH OF CLAM GULCH... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. Westerly winds increasing to 35 mph. * WHERE...South of Clam Gulch. * WHEN...Until 8 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibilities to one half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are expected along the Homer Bluff, Diamond Ridge, and hills north of Homer. Any rain will change back over to heavy snow overnight. As winds shift to westerly, expect more blowing snow as temperatures cool through Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ125-071500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1500Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY FROM PORTAGE VALLEY TO NORTH OF SEWARD... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional accumulations of 4 to 7 inches along the Seward Highway from Turnagain Pass to north of Seward. South to east wind 15 to 30 mph with gusts as high as as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portage Valley to north of Seward. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This continues to be a long duration snow event with variations in snowfall intensity. The heavier snow will shift inland this afternoon through tonight. Temperatures have warmed along the coast during the storm, which caused a changeover to rain in Seward. This will lead to reduced snowfall totals of 1 to 3 inches in Seward through tonight. Meanwhile Whittier has changed back over to snow, and 3 to 6 inches of new accumulation are expected there through tonight. The strongest winds and biggest threat of blowing snow will be through Portage Valley and eastern Turnagain Arm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-072115- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ145-071400- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1400Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches over the southern valley and 4 to 7 inches over the northern and western valley. Local amounts of up to 20 inches possible in the foothills of the Alaska Range. * WHERE...Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowstorm, with variations in snowfall intensity. The most persistent heavy snow and highest snow amounts will be north and west of Talkeetna. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ101-072115- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.211207T1000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches for the Anchorage Bowl, and 5 to 8 inches on the Hillside. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop early Tuesday morning with the heaviest snowfall rates occurring during the Tuesday morning commute. The snow will begin as a wet snow, but will become more powdery through the duration of the event as temperatures drop. The wet snow will cause slick conditions in the morning and the powdery snow during the day will reduce visibilities in the wake of vehicles. The snow will taper to snow showers Tuesday afternoon. The snow will linger on the Hillside into Tuesday evening, resulting in the higher snowfall totals. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Resuspended snow will cause reduced visibilities in the wake of vehicles. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-072115- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.211207T1200Z-211208T0000Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 1102 PM AKST Mon Dec 6 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop early Tuesday morning with the heaviest snowfall rates occurring during the Tuesday morning commute. The snow will begin as a wet snow, but will become more powdery through the duration of the event as temperatures drop. The wet snow will cause slick conditions in the morning and the powdery snow during the day will reduce visibilities in the wake of vehicles. The snow will taper to snow showers Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
378 WWAK41 PAFC 071413 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ125-071515- /O.CAN.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1500Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED NORTH OF SEWARD... Snow showers, heavy at times, will continue through much of the day along the Seward Highway between Seward and Portage, but the steadiest heavy snow has ended. Seward, Whittier, and Portage are all mixing with or are all rain. $$ AKZ145-071515- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1400Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... The heaviest snow band is exiting the Susitna Valley to the south and east this morning. Any snow from Talkeetna north is light. $$ AKZ141-080300- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.211207T1700Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-071700- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1700Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AKST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of up to 4 inches. Westerly winds increasing to 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 8 AM AKST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibilities to one half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are expected along the Homer Bluff, Diamond Ridge, hills north of Homer, and from Soldotna east. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-080300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ101-072200- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches for the Anchorage Bowl with the higher amounts along the mountains, and 4 to 7 inches on the Hillside. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow has developed just west of Anchorage and will move into town this morning. Colder air is taking longer to move into Anchorage, so much of the snow will be a wet, sticky consistency, which will reduce both the blowing snow concerns and reduce total accumulations a bit. The snow will taper to snow showers around midday for the Bowl. The snow will linger on the Hillside until this evening, resulting in the higher snowfall totals. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Resuspended snow will cause reduced visibilities in the wake of vehicles. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-080000- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211208T0000Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 513 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow has developed across the Susitna Valley and will gradually move eastward into the Matanuska Valley this morning. The delay of cold air will make for a wet, sticky consistency to the snow, which reduces blowing snow concerns and also the total accumulations. The snow will taper to snow showers this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
105 WWAK41 PAFC 071643 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ121-071900- /O.EXT.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211207T1900Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of up to 4 inches. Westerly winds increasing to 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 10 AM AKST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibilities to one half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are expected along the Homer Bluff, Diamond Ridge, hills north of Homer, and from Soldotna east. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ141-080545- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.211207T1700Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-080300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ101-072200- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches for the Anchorage Bowl with the higher amounts along the mountains, and 4 to 7 inches on the Hillside. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow has developed just west of Anchorage and will move into town this morning. Colder air is taking longer to move into Anchorage, so much of the snow will be a wet, sticky consistency, which will reduce both the blowing snow concerns and reduce total accumulations a bit. The snow will taper to snow showers around midday for the Bowl. The snow will linger on the Hillside until this evening, resulting in the higher snowfall totals. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Resuspended snow will cause reduced visibilities in the wake of vehicles. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-080000- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211208T0000Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 743 AM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow has developed across the Susitna Valley and will gradually move eastward into the Matanuska Valley this morning. The delay of cold air will make for a wet, sticky consistency to the snow, which reduces blowing snow concerns and also the total accumulations. The snow will taper to snow showers this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
391 WWAK41 PAFC 072159 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 1259 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ101-072300- /O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211207T2200Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 1259 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... Snowfall has gradually tapered from west to east and the heaviest snow has ended. Anchorage Hillside may continue to see snow showers persist through the evening. $$ AKZ141-081100- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.000000T0000Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 1259 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY FROM PAXSON NORTH... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday 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. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-080300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 1259 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-080000- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211208T0000Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 1259 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow has developed across the Susitna Valley and will gradually move eastward into the Matanuska Valley this morning. The delay of cold air will make for a wet, sticky consistency to the snow, which reduces blowing snow concerns and also the total accumulations. The snow will taper to snow showers this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
996 WWAK41 PAFC 072346 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 246 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ141-081400- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.000000T0000Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 246 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...Through 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ131-080300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 246 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 30 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ111-080300- /O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 246 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will continue to fall through the late afternoon hours, with the heaviest snow expected east of the Parks Highway. The combination of snow and gusty southerly winds could cause areas of drifting and blowing snow which could reduce visibilities at times. The snow will taper to snow showers later this evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
807 WWAK41 PAFC 080305 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 605 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ131-080415- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 605 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Snow has ended across the region. Increasing winds overnight may cause drifting and blowing snow through Thompson Pass that may reduce visibility at times through Wednesday morning. $$ AKZ111-080415- /O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-211208T0300Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 605 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... Light snow showers and areas of drifting snow will continue this evening. However, the heaviest snow and strongest wind gusts have now tapered off. $$ AKZ141-081400- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.000000T0000Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 605 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...Through 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday 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. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
448 WWAK41 PAFC 080655 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 955 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 AKZ141-081400- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.000000T0000Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 955 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. North winds 30 to 35 mph gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Richardson Highway from Paxson north. * WHEN...Through 5 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Plan for hazardous travel conditions with whiteout conditions at times. Winds will begin to diminish and conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ125-081500- /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.A.0013.211209T1800Z-211210T1200Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 955 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A frontal system moving into the northern Gulf will bring another round of moderate to heavy snow for the western Kenai Peninsula Thursday. Easterly winds are expected increase through the day. The combination of snow and winds will likely produce areas of blowing snow from Whittier and Portage Valley to Turnagain Pass, reducing visibility to as low as one half mile at times. Temperatures in Seward and Whittier are expected to climb into the lower 30s, reducing the potential for blowing snow by late Thursday afternoon. The heaviest snow amounts are expected across Portage Valley and Turnagain Pass with 6 to 10 inches possible for Seward and 12 to 16 inches possible for Whittier. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. && $$ AKZ135-081500- /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.A.0013.211209T2100Z-211210T0600Z/ Southeast Prince William Sound- Including the city of Cordova 955 PM AKST Tue Dec 7 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A front will move into the northern Gulf Thursday with snow developing across eastern Prince William Sound by Thursday afternoon. Strong easterly winds are expected to develop ahead of the front. Temperatures in the Cordova area are expected to be in the upper 20s as the snow and strong winds develop. The combination of blowing snow and potentially heavy snowfall could reduce visibility to as low as one half mile at times. Temperatures are expected to warm into the lower 30s by Thursday evening, reducing the potential for blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
728 WWAK41 PAFC 081400 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 500 AM AKST Wed Dec 8 2021 AKZ141-081500- /O.EXP.PAFC.BZ.W.0020.000000T0000Z-211208T1400Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 500 AM AKST Wed Dec 8 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED... The winds have diminished through Isabel Pass through to Paxson so the blizzard threat has ended. Snow in the area will diminish late this morning. $$ AKZ121-090300- /O.EXB.PAFC.WS.A.0013.211209T1800Z-211210T1800Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 500 AM AKST Wed Dec 8 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING SOUTH OF CLAM GULCH... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches possible with locally higher amounts in the hills north of Homer. 4 to 8 inches of new snow possible in Homer and along the Sterling Highway south of Clam Gulch. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Visibility will be reduced to one quarter mile or less at times. * WHERE...South of Clam Gulch. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A frontal system moving into the northern Gulf will bring another round of moderate to heavy snow for the western Kenai Peninsula on Thursday, particularly in the hills north of Homer. Easterly winds are expected to increase through the day, causing some blowing and drifting snow. The low center will move near the area Thursday evening, which will cause the winds to diminish. As the low moves east Thursday night, northwesterly winds will develop, causing additional blowing and drifting snow. The snow will diminish around sunrise Friday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. && $$ AKZ125-090300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0013.211209T1800Z-211210T1200Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, and Moose Pass 500 AM AKST Wed Dec 8 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A frontal system moving into the northern Gulf will bring another round of moderate to heavy snow for the eastern Kenai Peninsula Thursday. Easterly winds are expected to increase through the day. The combination of snow and winds will likely produce areas of blowing snow from Whittier and Portage Valley to Turnagain Pass, reducing visibility to as low as one half mile at times. Temperatures in Seward and Whittier are expected to climb into the lower 30s, reducing the potential for blowing snow by late Thursday afternoon. The heaviest snow amounts are expected across Portage Valley and Turnagain Pass with 6 to 10 inches possible for Seward and 12 to 16 inches possible for Whittier. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. && $$ AKZ135-090300- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0013.211209T2100Z-211210T0600Z/ Southeast Prince William Sound- Including the city of Cordova 500 AM AKST Wed Dec 8 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A front will move into the northern Gulf Thursday with snow developing across eastern Prince William Sound by Thursday afternoon. Strong easterly winds are expected to develop ahead of the front. Temperatures in the Cordova area are expected to be in the upper 20s as the snow and strong winds develop. The combination of blowing snow and potentially heavy snowfall could reduce visibility to as low as one half mile at times. Temperatures are expected to warm into the lower 30s by Thursday evening, reducing the potential for blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
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Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 3:18 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AFC | 45 hr | |
| Dec 6, 3:26 PM AKST | High Wind Watch | AFC | 36 hr | |
| Dec 6, 3:45 PM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 4 days | |
| Dec 6, 3:45 PM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Dec 6, 3:54 PM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 36 hr | |
| Dec 6, 3:54 PM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 4 days | |
| Dec 6, 3:54 PM AKST | Heavy Freezing Spray Warning | AFC | 36 hr | |
| Dec 6, 10:10 PM AKST | Winter Storm Watch | AFC | 6 hr | |
| Dec 7, 3:43 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 6 days | |
| Dec 7, 3:43 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 60 hr | |
| Dec 7, 3:56 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 12 hr | |
| Dec 7, 3:56 AM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 48 hr | |
| Dec 7, 3:56 AM AKST | Heavy Freezing Spray Warning | AFC | 7 days | |
| Dec 7, 4:39 AM AKST | Blizzard Warning | AFC | 3 days | |
| Dec 7, 4:39 AM AKST | Winter Storm Watch | AFC | 23 hr |
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