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Blizzard Warning 14, NWS Anchorage, AK
NWS Anchorage, AK issued this blizzard warning at Oct 28, 2024, 4:49 AM AKDT. It took effect at Oct 29, 2024, 4:00 AM AKDT. It was in force for 30 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
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- Issued
- Oct 28, 2024, 4:49 AM AKDT (12:49 UTC)
- In effect from
- Oct 29, 2024, 4:00 AM AKDT
- Expired
- Oct 30, 2024, 10:00 AM AKDT
- In force
- 30 hr
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- NWS Anchorage, AK
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180 WWAK41 PAFC 281249 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 AKZ132-290200- /O.UPG.PAFC.WS.A.0011.241029T1200Z-241030T1200Z/ /O.NEW.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.241029T1200Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TUESDAY TO 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Northeast winds gusting as high as 45 mph, reducing visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. Total snow accumulations of 6 to to 12 inches. * WHERE...Thompson Pass. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. 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. && $$ AKZ112-290200- /O.UPG.PAFC.WW.Y.0047.241029T0200Z-241029T1800Z/ /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.W.0004.241028T1800Z-241029T1800Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 AM AKDT TUESDAY FROM WASILLA WESTWARD... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches from Wasilla westward to Houston and Big Lake. * WHERE...Wasilla westward in the Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will develop this morning, then intensify this afternoon through this evening. The period of heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. The highest amounts will be areas west of Knik Arm, including Big Lake. Snow totals will be lower as you head east to Palmer and Butte, with 2 to 5 inches expected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-290200- /O.UPG.PAFC.WS.A.0011.241029T0200Z-241029T1800Z/ /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.W.0004.241028T1800Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY ALONG THE INLET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. * WHERE...Communities along and near Cook Inlet, including Nikiski, Kenai, Soldotna and down to the Sterling Highway to Ninilchik. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will develop this morning and mix with or change to rain through the afternoon hours. Precipitation will intensify late this afternoon through this evening, leading to a transition back to all snow. The period of heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. Lighter snow amounts are expected inland and in the Homer area, where precipitation will fall as rain for a much longer period of time. 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. && $$ AKZ145-290200- /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.W.0004.241028T1800Z-241029T1800Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna and Willow 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 AM AKDT TUESDAY SOUTH OF TALKEETNA... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, heaviest from around Willow south to Houston. * WHERE...South of Talkeetna in the Susitna Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will develop this morning, then intensify late this afternoon through the evening hours. The heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. Lighter snow totals on the order of 2 to 5 inches are expected for Talkeetna and areas north and west. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ102-290200- /O.UPG.PAFC.WS.A.0011.241029T0200Z-241029T1800Z/ /O.NEW.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.241028T1800Z-241029T2100Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. * WHERE...Anchorage area, including Eagle River up to Eklutna. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact both the evening commute today and the morning commute on Tuesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will develop this morning and could briefly mix with rain at times this afternoon. A band of heavier snow will then develop this evening. Right now it looks like the heaviest snow will be centered just west of Anchorage over Cook Inlet. This will initially favor north to west Anchorage for heavier snow. The band will shift eastward overnight tonight into Tuesday morning, bringing a period of heavier snow to all of the Anchorage area. Any shift in this band will affect the distribution of snow across the city. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ126-290200- /O.NEW.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.241029T0200Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY FOR INTERIOR AREAS OF THE KENAI PENINSULA... * WHAT...Snow and mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, except 8 to 13 inches for Summit Lake and Turnagain Pass areas. * WHERE...Interior Kenai Peninsula, along the Seward Highway corridor. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will develop this morning, then mix with or change to rain this afternoon. Precipitation will become heavier late this afternoon through this evening, leading to a transition back to mostly snow overnight tonight through Tuesday morning, especially for higher elevations of the Seward Highway. Areas closer to the coast, including Seward and Whittier, will see mostly rain from this storm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-290200- /O.NEW.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.241029T0200Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 449 AM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. Heavier snow will initially be favored over the northern basin from Glennallen to Paxson tonight. The heavier snow will then shift to the southern to western basin Tuesday through Tuesday night, including the Glenn Highway corridor west of Glennallen as well as the Richardson Highway corridor from Glennallen down to Thompson Pass. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
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152 WWAK41 PAFC 282343 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 AKZ132-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.241029T1200Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TUESDAY TO 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Northeast winds gusting as high as 45 mph, reducing visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. Total snow accumulations of 6 to to 12 inches. * WHERE...Thompson Pass. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ112-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected this evening and overnight. Additional snow accumulations of up to 10 inches from Wasilla westward to Houston and Big Lake. * WHERE...Wasilla westward in the Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will begin to intensify later this afternoon through this evening. The period of heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. The highest amounts will be areas west of Knik Arm, including Big Lake. Snow totals will be lower as you head east to Palmer and Butte, with 2 to 5 inches expected. 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. && $$ AKZ121-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY ALONG THE INLET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected to continue. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches. * WHERE...Communities along and near Cook Inlet, including Nikiski, Kenai, Soldotna and down to the Sterling Highway to Ninilchik. * WHEN...Through 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will intensify late this afternoon through this evening, and any mixed precipitation will transition back to all snow. The period of heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. Lighter snow amounts are expected inland and in the Homer area, where precipitation will fall as rain for a much longer period of time before transitioning to snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ145-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna and Willow 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT TUESDAY SOUTH OF TALKEETNA... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to 10 inches, heaviest from around Willow south to Houston. * WHERE...South of Talkeetna in the Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Through 10 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will begin to intensify late this afternoon through the evening hours. The heaviest snow will be tonight through early Tuesday morning. Lighter snow totals on the order of 2 to 5 inches and periods of freezing drizzle are expected for Talkeetna and areas north and west. 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. && $$ AKZ102-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Higher accumulations of 4 to 9 inches possible for far west portions of Anchorage. * WHERE...Anchorage area, including Eagle River up to Eklutna. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact both the evening commute today and the morning commute on Tuesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will begin to intensify later this afternoon and evening. A band of heavier snow will develop tonight through early Tuesday morning. Right now it looks like the heaviest snow will be centered just west of Anchorage over Cook Inlet but may nudge into far western Anchorage. This will initially favor north to west Anchorage for heavier snow. The band will shift eastward overnight tonight into Tuesday morning, bringing a period of heavier snow to all of the Anchorage area. Any shift in this band will affect the distribution of snow across the city. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ126-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.241029T0200Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT TUESDAY FOR INTERIOR AREAS OF THE KENAI PENINSULA... * WHAT...Snow and mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, except 8 to 13 inches for Summit Lake and Turnagain Pass areas. * WHERE...Interior Kenai Peninsula, along the Seward Highway corridor. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 1 PM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and any mixed precipitation will transition back to mostly snow, becoming heavier overnight tonight through Tuesday morning, especially for higher elevations of the Seward Highway. Areas closer to the coast, including Seward and Whittier, will see mostly rain from this storm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-291400- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.241029T0200Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 343 PM AKDT Mon Oct 28 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. Heavier snow will initially be favored over the northern basin from Glennallen to Paxson tonight. The heavier snow will then shift to the southern to western basin Tuesday through Tuesday night, including the Glenn Highway corridor west of Glennallen as well as the Richardson Highway corridor from Glennallen down to Thompson Pass. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
397 WWAK41 PAFC 291221 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 AKZ102-292100- /O.UPG.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ /O.EXA.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. White-out conditions at times early this morning along area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy snow will fall across most of the Anchorage area through around 7am, with snow rates of around 1 inch per hour. Snow intensity will then lighten up through the remainder of the morning hours before tapering off this afternoon. Snow will linger longest near the mountains. 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. && $$ AKZ132-300130- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Northeast winds gusting as high as 55 mph, reducing visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Thompson Pass. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northeast winds will steadily increase through the day and peak overnight tonight. Snow will lighten up tonight, then taper off early Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ112-291800- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING FROM WASILLA WESTWARD... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 5 inches. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times. * WHERE...Wasilla westward in the Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. White-out conditions at times early this morning along area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow rates of around 1 inch per hour are expected through around 7am, mainly for Houston, Big Lake, and areas west of Knik Arm. Lighter snow will fall for Palmer and areas further east. Snow will gradually lighten up as we continue through the morning hours, then taper off by afternoon. 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. && $$ AKZ121-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches. North winds gusting as high as 35 mph along the Inlet. Visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less at times. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. White-out conditions at times early this morning along area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Much of the western Kenai Peninsula will see heavy snow early this morning, with snow rates of up to 1 inch per hour. Snow will lighten up along the Inlet by 8am, but will continue inland through around 10am. Snow will then taper off from west to east late this morning into the afternoon hours. Homer and other communities along Kachemak Bay will see a mix of rain and snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ145-291800- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna and Willow 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING SOUTH OF TALKEETNA... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 4 inches. * WHERE...South of Talkeetna in the Susitna Valley. * WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. White-out conditions at times early this morning along area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow rates of around 1 inch per hour are expected through around 7am, mainly for Willow south to Houston. Snow will then lighten up through the morning hours and taper off by afternoon. 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. && $$ AKZ126-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE INTERIOR KENAI PENINSULA... * WHAT...Snow and mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations of up to 7 inches. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times. * WHERE...Interior Kenai Peninsula, along the Seward Highway corridor. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow will be along higher elevations of the Seward Highway, including Summit Lake and Turnagain Pass. Rain or mixed rain and snow will fall at lower elevations. Areas closer to the coast, including Seward and Whittier, will see mostly rain. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-300130- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 421 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, except up to 12 inches along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Eureka and up to 20 inches toward Thompson Pass. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times along area roadways. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. The heaviest snow will be today along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen as well as along the Richardson Highway on the approach to Thompson Pass. Snow will lighten up tonight and gradually taper off from west to east on Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
435 WWAK41 PAFC 291758 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 AKZ112-291900- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Matanuska Valley- Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING... Light snow will continue to fall through the late morning hours, but any accumulating snowfall is no longer expected. $$ AKZ145-291900- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T1800Z/ Susitna Valley- Including the cities of Talkeetna and Willow 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING... Light snow will continue to fall through the late morning hours, but any accumulating snowfall is no longer expected. $$ AKZ132-300700- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northeast winds will steadily increase through the day and peak overnight tonight. Snow will lighten up tonight, then taper off early Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ102-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of less than one inch. * WHERE...Anchorage. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest of snow has come to an end. Snow will linger along the mountains and flurries will continue though the noon hour. 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. && $$ AKZ121-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS....Snow will then taper off from west to east late this morning into the afternoon hours. Homer and other communities along Kachemak Bay will see a mix of rain and snow. . PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ126-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE INTERIOR KENAI PENINSULA... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. * WHERE...Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow will be along higher elevations of the Seward Highway, including Summit Lake and Turnagain Pass. Rain or mixed rain and snow will fall at lower elevations. Areas closer to the coast, including Seward and Whittier, will see mostly rain.. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-300700- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 958 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, except up to 12 inches along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Eureka and up to 20 inches toward Thompson Pass. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times along area roadways. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. The heaviest snow will be today along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen as well as along the Richardson Highway on the approach to Thompson Pass. Snow will lighten up tonight and gradually taper off from west to east on Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
765 WWAK41 PAFC 291858 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 AKZ102-292000- /O.CAN.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Anchorage- Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, and Eklutna 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Heavy snow has come to an end and visibilities continue to improve, therefore the warning has been cancelled. However, periods of light snow may linger into the afternoon with little to no additional accumulation. Although heavy snow has ended, snow- covered roads and slick conditions continue to create hazardous driving conditions across the area today. $$ AKZ132-300800- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northeast winds will steadily increase through the day and peak overnight tonight. Snow will lighten up tonight, then taper off early Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ121-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of under 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS....Snow will then taper off from west to east into the afternoon hours. Homer and other communities along Kachemak Bay will see a mix of rain and snow coming to an end by noon. 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. && $$ AKZ126-292100- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE INTERIOR KENAI PENINSULA... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. * WHERE...Western Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow will be along higher elevations of the Seward Highway, including Summit Lake and Turnagain Pass. Rain or mixed rain and snow will fall at lower elevations. Areas closer to the coast, including Seward and Whittier, will see mostly rain.. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-300800- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 1058 AM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, except up to 10 inches along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Eureka and up to 16 inches toward Thompson Pass. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times along area roadways. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. The heaviest snow will be today along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen as well as along the Richardson Highway on the approach to Thompson Pass. Snow will lighten up tonight and gradually taper off from west to east on Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
838 WWAK41 PAFC 292108 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 108 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 AKZ121-292215- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Kenai Peninsula- Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, and Cooper Landing 108 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... Heavy snow has come to an end and light snow will gradually end from west to east this afternoon. However, periods of light snow may linger through this evening for higher elevations in inland areas. Although heavy snow has ended, snow-covered roads and slick conditions continue to create hazardous driving conditions across the area today, especially along portions of the Sterling Highway where higher snowfall amounts fell. $$ AKZ126-292215- /O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241029T2100Z/ Western Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, and Moose Pass 108 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM AKDT THIS AFTERNOON... Heavier snow has moved east and is gradually winding down; therefore the advisory will be allowed to expire. $$ AKZ132-301015- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 108 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northeast winds will steadily increase through the day and peak overnight tonight. Snow will lighten up tonight, then taper off early Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-301015- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 108 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches, except up to 8 inches along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Eureka and up to 10 inches toward Thompson Pass. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times along area roadways. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration snowfall. The heaviest snow will be today along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen as well as along the Richardson Highway on the approach to Thompson Pass. Snow will lighten up tonight and gradually taper off from west to east on Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
357 WWAK41 PAFC 292318 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 318 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 AKZ132-301500- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 318 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Prince William Sound. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northeast winds will peak overnight tonight then steadily decrease through Wednesday morning. Snow will lighten up tonight, then taper off early Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you.If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-301500- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1500Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 318 PM AKDT Tue Oct 29 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM AKDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, except up to 5 inches along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen to around Eureka and up to 8 inches toward Thompson Pass. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times along area roadways. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow remains along the Glenn Highway west of Glennallen as well as along the Richardson Highway on the approach to Thompson Pass. Snow will lighten up tonight and gradually taper off from west to east on Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
955 WWAK41 PAFC 301214 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 414 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 AKZ132-301800- /O.EXT.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1800Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 414 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Northeast winds gusting as high as 40 mph, reducing visibility to one quarter mile or less at times. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. * WHERE...Thompson Pass. * WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Widespread falling and blowing snow will lead to white-out conditions at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds and snow will both steadily diminish through the morning hours, leading to improvements in the visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ142-301800- /O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1800Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 414 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches, highest along the Edgerton Highway to McCarthy. * WHERE...Copper River Basin. * WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will slowly taper off from west to east across the Copper River Basin today. The bulk of additional snow accumulation will be east of the Richardson Highway. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
097 WWAK41 PAFC 301802 WSWAER URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 1002 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 AKZ132-301915- /O.EXP.PAFC.BZ.W.0014.000000T0000Z-241030T1800Z/ Northeast Prince William Sound- Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass 1002 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Winds through Thompson Pass will remain in the 25 to 35 mph range today, but snowfall is tapering off and visibilities are improving. $$ AKZ142-301915- /O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-241030T1800Z/ Copper River Basin- Including the cities of Glennallen, Eureka, McCarthy, Paxson, and Slana 1002 AM AKDT Wed Oct 30 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... the heaviest snowfall has now moved northeast of the Copper River Basin. There will still be some light snow over the eastern half of the Basin the next few hours with up to another inch of snow possible. $$ http://www.weather.gov/afc
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Anchorage, AK wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Oct 27, 4:43 PM AKDT, 12 hours 6 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Oct 27, 4:43 PM AKDT, 12 hours 6 minutes before
Southcentral and Southwest Alaska Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Anchorage AK 443 PM AKDT Sun Oct 27 2024 .SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHCENTRAL ALASKA (Today through Tuesday evening)... 48 HOUR FOCUS: * Widespread snow for much of Southcentral arrives tonight and continues through Tuesday evening impacting the daily commutes. * The heaviest snow is likely early Tuesday morning through late Tuesday morning. * Winter storm watches for western Kenai Peninsula and the Anchorage areas have been issued in addition to a winter weather advisory for the Matanuska Valley. A deep trough currently in Southwest Alaska and a low currently in the North Pacific south of the Alaska Peninsula will bring a mix of rain and snow to Southcentral Alaska over the next 48 hours. Through Tuesday, the low will progress along the eastern coast of Kodiak Island and the Kenai Peninsula toward Prince William Sound. Concurrently, the trough moves almost due eastward across Southcentral Alaska. These two features' interaction will result in a combination of rain, rain/snow and snow to Southcentral. Digging deeper, continued southwesterly winds bringing warmer air to Kodiak Island and southern Kenai Peninsula will keep precipitation as rain for most of the event. Colder air arriving late Tuesday morning changing the rain to a rain/snow mix and then light snow with accumulations ranging from a trace in Kodiak City to two inches in Homer. Farther northward on the Kenai Peninsula, cooler air will arrive faster resulting in a longer snowfall period. Therefore, snowfall accumulations varying from 6 to 12 inches on the western side to 3 to 6 inches on the eastern side. The aforementioned southwesterly flow into Turnagain Arm, Anchorage and Whittier will result in varied snowfall accumulations. The greatest chance of a rain/snow mix exists on the eastern coast of the Kenai Peninsula and Turnagain Arm. With a strong easterly wind, a longer period of rain/snow showers is expected to bring snow accumulations closer to the trace to 3 inches range in these areas at sea level. A change over to all snow is expected in Anchorage and the Mat- Su Valley resulting in 6 to 12 inches of snow accumulating in these locations by Tuesday evening. High confidence for a period of intense snowfall is expected over the Kenai Peninsula northward to the Mat-Su Valley early Tuesday morning through late Tuesday morning. Though confidence is low regarding the band's exact location, where it sets up would cause brief periods of localized higher snowfall amounts and poor visibility. As the low exits Southcentral Alaska, it deepens to 977 mb in the northern Gulf of Alaska bringing interior snow, coastal rain and gale to storm force winds in the Northern Gulf of Alaska and Prince William Sound as well as gap winds in the usual locations Tuesday night/Wednesday. -DJ .SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHWEST ALASKA AND THE BERING SEA/ALEUTIANS (This afternoon through Wednesday evening)... * Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 7 PM this evening until 6 AM Monday for interior Bristol Bay from Dillingham north, including Koliganek and New Stuyahok. * Special Weather Statement for moderate snow across the Lower Kuskokwim Valley tonight through Monday morning. The well advertised frontal system is currently coming ashore of the Kuskokwim Delta and northern Bristol Bay coasts this afternoon. Snow and mixed precipitation have been observed across Nunivak Island and Kipnuk this afternoon. The front will continue pushing inland overnight tonight through Monday. Precipitation will begin as snow this evening across Bristol Bay before a transition to freezing rain overnight tonight into early Monday morning. The freezing rain threat is primarily for interior locations from Dillingham northward, including Koliganek and New Stuyahok. Thus, the Winter Weather Advisory continues to remain in effect for those locations due to the freezing rain threat. Freezing rain should then transition to rain Monday morning; although there continues to be some uncertainty in exactly when the transition will occur. If cold air hangs on longer, expect a few hundredths of an inch of ice accumulation. If cold air erodes quicker, expect mainly a glaze. Meanwhile, the Kuskokwim Delta can expect light snow through this evening, especially across interior locations where cold air hangs on longer. Accumulations will be light and in the 1 to 3 inch range. Further inland, locations like Aniak could also see a brief period of freezing rain or mixed precipitation as warmer air aloft looks to sneak in tonight. Cold air aloft works back in late tonight into early Monday morning and changes precipitation back to snow. Generally expect 3 to 6 inches of snow across the Lower Kuskokwim Valley, especially from Crooked Creek southeastward to Lime Village. Totals could be a little bit higher than that towards the Western Alaska Range. The front continues moving eastward to Southcentral Alaska through Monday. Cold air begins to filter back in as a ridge across the central Bering Sea looks to amplify. Strong cold air advection along with upper-level energy will help to drive gusty gap winds through the bays and passes of the southern Alaska Peninsula starting Monday night and persisting through Tuesday evening. Attention then turns to the next weather-maker which will take form of a storm-force low Monday evening. The storm-force front will impact the western Aleutians and western Bering late Monday night into Tuesday morning. Hurricane-force gusts are possible with this system. The front will weaken to gale-force as it reaches the central Aleutians Tuesday. However, as the storm enters the far western Bering, southwesterly storm-force winds are likely in the western Bering and western Aleutians on the southern flank of the storm Tuesday night into Wednesday. The initial front, remaining gale-force, will make it to coastal Southwest by Wednesday afternoon. Confidence in precipitation-type is currently low. Generally expected a rain/snow mix to start before going over to rain at the coast, with more in the way of snow inland where cold air hangs on longer. && .LONG TERM FORECAST (Days 4 through 7: Thursday through Sunday)... The Alaska Weather map continues to display an energetic weather pattern through the forecast period. Model confidence remains good, although some strengths and tracks need adjustments to maintain the overall clustering. Most of the active weather occurs across the Southern portions of the state through the weekend. A broad upper level low over the Bering serves as the conduit for a series of strong surface low and fronts passing West to East. The first feature is a frontal wave across the Alaska Peninsula and over Kodiak Island Thursday that pushes across the Gulf of Alaska by Friday. Locally heavy rains and gusty winds less than gale force spread along the North Gulf Coast with this system. Out West, a second well developed low moving over the Central Bering with central pressures briefly below 960 mb through Friday before weakening. Heavy rains spread over the Aleutians and Bering into the Alaska Peninsula. Moving into the region from the North Pacific, a second stronger low with central pressures in the 950s brings locally heavy rains high-end gales with storm force gusts up to the Aleutians Friday, spreading with the low over the AKPEN, Southwest Alaska and Kodiak Island Saturday. Areas of heavy rains continue to spread along the North Gulf Coast through Sunday. Highest winds are expected to remain on the Pacific side of the AKPEN, around Kodiak Island and diminishing as they move across the Gulf by Sunday. && .AVIATION... PANC...VFR conditions and light winds will persist at the terminal through 12Z tomorrow morning. Conditions will then rapidly deteriorate after 15Z as light snow arrives. With deep southwest flow, ceilings will drop with the arrival of the snow but is expected to remain at mainly MVFR levels through the day Monday, before IFR ceilings and visibilities with heavier snow begin Monday evening. &&
The office that day
Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 4:14 AM AKDT | Gale Warning | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:14 AM AKDT | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:14 AM AKDT | Storm Warning | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:15 AM AKDT | Storm Warning | AFC | 60 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:22 AM AKDT | Gale Warning | AFC | 4 days | |
| Oct 28, 4:22 AM AKDT | Gale Warning | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:22 AM AKDT | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:22 AM AKDT | Storm Warning | AFC | 24 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:49 AM AKDT | Winter Storm Warning | AFC | 32 hr | |
| Oct 28, 4:49 AM AKDT | Winter Weather Advisory | AFC | 53 hr | |
| Oct 28, 2:54 PM AKDT | Gale Warning | AFC | 13 hr | |
| Oct 28, 2:56 PM AKDT | Gale Warning | AFC | 13 hr | |
| Oct 28, 2:56 PM AKDT | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 13 hr |
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