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Winter Storm Warning 7, NWS Anchorage, AK
NWS Anchorage, AK issued this winter storm warning at Feb 8, 2026, 4:13 PM AKST for Bethel Census Area, Dillingham Census Area, Alaska. It took effect at Feb 10, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 24 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Feb 8, 2026, 4:13 PM AKST (01:13 UTC)
- In effect from
- Feb 10, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST
- Expired
- Feb 11, 2026, 3:00 AM AKST
- In force
- 24 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Anchorage, AK
The nearest sounding before it
Bethel, (PBET), launched 00:00Z, 1.2 hours before the alert went out and 143 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2416 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 53 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 10 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 64 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
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446 WWAK42 PAFC 090113 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 413 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 AKZ756-091500- /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Akiachak, Kasigluk, Bethel, and Kwethluk 413 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The front from a Bering Sea low will bring periods of heavy snow and strong winds to the area Tuesday morning through Wednesday 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. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility Make sure your vehicle is winterized and in good working order. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. && $$ AKZ757-764-091500- /O.NEW.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Goodnews Bay, Togiak, Dillingham, Manokotak, and Platinum 413 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 11 and 17 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A front from a Bering Sea low will bring strong onshore winds and snow to the area Tuesday morning through Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. && $$ AKZ795-091500- /O.NEW.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.260210T0300Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint George and Saint Paul 413 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 9 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Pribilof Islands. * WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 9 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Bering Sea low will bring strong southeasterly to easterly winds and a mix of rain and snow late Monday evening into late Tuesday evening. This could lead to visibilities as low as 1/2 mile at times. With temperatures during the period hovering around 32 degrees and cold air aloft, the precipitation type during the overnight hours could remain as all snow creating visibilities below 1/2 mile at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. && $$ AKZ755-091500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0008.260210T1200Z-260211T0300Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Toksook Bay, Kipnuk, Quinhagak, and Mekoryuk 413 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible with visibilities of one quarter mile or less. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...From late Monday night through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Bering Sea low will bring heavy snow and strong winds resulting in times of whiteout conditions late Monday evening into late Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions and make travel very hazardous. Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, use extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ DJ
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477 WWAK42 PAFC 091420 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 520 AM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 AKZ755-100200- /O.UPG.PAFC.WS.A.0008.260210T1200Z-260211T0300Z/ /O.NEW.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.260210T1000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Mekoryuk, Kipnuk, Quinhagak, and Toksook Bay 520 AM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...From 1 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Worst conditions will likely be along the Kuskokwim Delta coast from Kipnuk north, where winds will be strongest. The timing of worst conditions will likely be from late Monday evening through early Tuesday afternoon. While there will still be blowing snow and gusty winds from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, lower snow rates and warmer temperatures will likely lead to improved visibilities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Consider delaying travel. If travel is necessary, do so with extreme caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ756-100200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Kasigluk, Akiachak, Bethel, and Kwethluk 520 AM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While there is still some uncertainty, snow amounts have trended lower as the front moves out of the area more quickly. The heaviest snow rates (up to 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you traveling, use caution and keep supplies such as a flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. && $$ AKZ757-764-100200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Manokotak, Togiak, Platinum, Goodnews Bay, and Dillingham 520 AM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While there is still some uncertainty, snow amounts have trended lower as the front moves out of the area more quickly. The heaviest snow rates (over 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as Tuesday 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. && $$ AKZ795-100200- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.260210T0300Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George 520 AM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Visibilities as low as one-half mile or less at times. Winds gusting as high as 65 to 75 mph. * WHERE...Pribilof Islands. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Very strong winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong southeasterly to southerly winds, in combination with snow, could significantly reduce visibilities in blowing snow. While the heaviest snow will end by early Tuesday morning, blowing snow will likely remain a threat through Tuesday evening due to continued snow showers and strong winds. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. && $$ Chen
372 WWAK42 PAFC 100139 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 439 PM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 AKZ755-101500- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.260210T1000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Kipnuk, Toksook Bay, Mekoryuk, and Quinhagak 439 PM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...From 1 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected along the Kuskokwim Delta coast from Kipnuk north to Toksook Bay from late this evening through early Tuesday afternoon. This time frame will also be when the worst visibility conditions are expected to occur. After this time, lower snow rates and warmer temperatures will slowly lead to improved visibility despite gusty winds continuing to blow snow around. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Consider delaying travel. If travel is necessary, do so with extreme caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ756-101500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Kwethluk, Kasigluk, Bethel, and Akiachak 439 PM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates, of up to 1 inch of snow per hour, will continue through Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you plan on traveling, use caution. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ757-764-101500- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.260210T1200Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Goodnews Bay, Manokotak, Dillingham, Togiak, and Platinum 439 PM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates (over 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as Tuesday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, use caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ795-101500- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.260210T0300Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint George and Saint Paul 439 PM AKST Mon Feb 9 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Visibilities as low as one-half mile or less at times. Winds gusting as high as 65 to 75 mph. * WHERE...Pribilof Islands. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Very strong winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong southeasterly to southerly winds, in combination with snow, could significantly reduce visibilities in blowing snow. While the heaviest snow will end by early Tuesday morning, blowing snow will likely remain a threat through Tuesday evening due to continued snow showers and strong winds. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. && $$ DJ
555 WWAK42 PAFC 101401 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 501 AM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 AKZ755-110215- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Toksook Bay, Kipnuk, Quinhagak, and Mekoryuk 501 AM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected along the Kuskokwim Delta coast from Kipnuk north to Toksook Bay through early this afternoon. This will also be when the worst visibility conditions are expected to occur. After this time, lower snow rates and warmer temperatures will slowly lead to improved visibility despite gusty winds continuing to blow snow around. 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. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ756-110215- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Akiachak, Bethel, Kasigluk, and Kwethluk 501 AM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates, of up to 1 inch of snow per hour, will continue through this 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. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ757-764-110215- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Goodnews Bay, Togiak, Manokotak, Dillingham, and Platinum 501 AM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates (over 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as this 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. && $$ AKZ795-110215- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George 501 AM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Visibilities as low as one-half mile or less at times. Winds gusting as high as 65 to 75 mph. * WHERE...Pribilof Islands. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Very strong winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong southeasterly to southerly winds, in combination with snow, could significantly reduce visibilities in blowing snow. While the heaviest snow will end by early this morning, blowing snow will likely remain a threat through this evening due to continued snow showers and strong winds. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. && $$ Mitchell
835 WWAK42 PAFC 102336 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 236 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 AKZ755-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Toksook Bay, Kipnuk, Quinhagak, and Mekoryuk 236 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions persist. Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected along the Kuskokwim Delta coast from Kipnuk north to Toksook Bay through early this afternoon. This will also be when the worst visibility conditions are expected to occur. After this time, lower snow rates and warmer temperatures will slowly lead to improved visibility despite gusty winds continuing to blow snow around. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Consider delaying travel. If travel is necessary, do so with extreme caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ756-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Bethel, Kwethluk, Akiachak, and Kasigluk 236 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow continues. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates, of up to 1 inch of snow per hour, will continue through this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you plan on traveling, use caution. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ757-764-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Manokotak, Goodnews Bay, Platinum, Dillingham, and Togiak 236 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow continues. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates (over 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, use caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ795-110600- /O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George 236 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow continues. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Visibilities as low as one-half mile or less at times. Winds gusting as high as 65 to 75 mph. * WHERE...Pribilof Islands. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Very strong winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong southeasterly to southerly winds, in combination with snow, could significantly reduce visibilities in blowing snow. Blowing snow will continue through this evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. && $$ SS
534 WWAK42 PAFC 110604 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 904 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 AKZ795-110715- /O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260211T0600Z/ Pribilof Islands- Including the cities of Saint George and Saint Paul 904 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... Snow showers will continue, though minimal accumulation is expected due to above freezing temperatures. $$ AKZ755-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Kipnuk, Mekoryuk, Toksook Bay, and Quinhagak 904 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected along the Kuskokwim Delta coast from Kipnuk north to Toksook Bay through early this afternoon. This will also be when the worst visibility conditions are expected to occur. After this time, lower snow rates and warmer temperatures will slowly lead to improved visibility despite gusty winds continuing to blow snow around. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Consider delaying travel. If travel is necessary, do so with extreme caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ756-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta- Including the cities of Kwethluk, Kasigluk, Akiachak, and Bethel 904 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates, of up to 1 inch of snow per hour, will continue through this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you plan on traveling, use caution. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AKZ757-764-111200- /O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Togiak, Goodnews Bay, Platinum, Manokotak, and Dillingham 904 PM AKST Tue Feb 10 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northern Bristol Bay Coast and Western Capes. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Localized areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to one-half mile or less at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow rates (over 1 inch of snow per hour) may end as early as this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, use caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. && $$ AM
658 WWAK42 PAFC 111204 WSWALU URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 304 AM AKST Wed Feb 11 2026 AKZ755-111315- /O.EXP.PAFC.BZ.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Mekoryuk, Quinhagak, Toksook Bay, and Kipnuk 304 AM AKST Wed Feb 11 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Conditions have improved above Blizzard criteria. Periods of snow showers and gusty winds will continue through this morning, resulting in brief periods of reduced visibilities at times. $$ AKZ756-757-764-111315- /O.EXP.PAFC.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260211T1200Z/ Interior Kuskokwim Delta-Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast- Including the cities of Togiak, Manokotak, Kasigluk, Dillingham, Akiachak, Platinum, Kwethluk, Goodnews Bay, and Bethel 304 AM AKST Wed Feb 11 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Conditions have improved. Periods of snow showers and gusty winds will continue through this morning, resulting in brief periods of reduced visibilities at times. $$ Mitchell
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this winter storm 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 winter storm warning went out at Feb 8, 5:40 AM AKST, 10 hours 33 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Feb 8, 5:40 AM AKST, 10 hours 33 minutes before
Southcentral and Southwest Alaska Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Anchorage AK 540 AM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026 .SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHCENTRAL ALASKA (Days 1 through 3)... Southcentral Alaska sits in an upper-level col (area of weak flow) this morning, between a broad upper-level low over the North Pacific and a second upper-level trough digging south from the Interior. Multiple shortwaves are rotating around the North Pacific low, with the first bringing a surface trough into the northern Gulf toward Prince William Sound. There is a weak southwesterly flow between this feature and the upper-level trough to the north. The result, is moisture advection across and over the coastal mountains, with light snow wringing out over the Copper River Basin and a few scattered flurries across the Cook Inlet region. Farther northwest, skies remain clear over the northern half of the the Susitna Valley, allowing temperatures overnight to fall into the single digits above and below zero. The challenge in the short term will be the extent and intensity of any snow across the Anchorage Bowl and Mat-Su Valleys through this morning as a weak vorticity lobe moves underneath the northern trough and across these regions. While some very light snow is likely, especially along upslope areas, any accumulations should be nothing more than a dusting to a tenth of an inch at most, with a few tenths of an inch possible toward Sutton. This feature will be able to tap into additional moisture from a low south of Cordova as it moves east. This will mean another round of snow from Thompson Pass into the Copper River Basin. For Valdez, any precipitation will likely be a mix of rain and snow before colder temperature work towards this evening. The northern shortwave will then dig south across Southwest Alaska tonight, moving east over Southcentral for Monday. As it does, a new surface low will spin up south of Seward and move into Prince William Sound, absorbing the other surface low near Cordova. The flow aloft will shift and become more southerly as the shortwave moves over the Susitna Valley, likely allowing for an area of light snow to develop from Anchorage north to Talkeetna by early Monday morning. This wave will move quickly east, and this will allow the snow to taper off by late morning. The exception again may be northeast of Palmer, given the southwesterly flow into the Matanuska Valley. Any snow accumulations will be light, on the order of 1 to 2 inches, with amounts near 3 inches closer to Sutton. This wave will strengthen as it moves over the Copper River Basin, drawing the surface low and its moisture northward over the region. Snowfall rates Monday morning may approach one to two inches per hour across the eastern half of the Basin as the shortwave continues to drive through the region. While snow will persist across the basin through Monday, the southwesterly flow aloft will favor the upslope areas along the Tok Cutoff and the Edgerton Highway. As such, 10 to 20 inches of snow is possible for places like McCarthy and Chistochina to Mentasta Pass. Northeasterly winds at the surface will also increase through Mentasta Pass on Monday, potentially leading to areas of blowing snow along the Tok Cutoff. This system will move out of the region late Monday with snow tapering off by Monday night. A transient ridge moves over Southcentral for early Tuesday before a strong front moves from the western Gulf to the northern Gulf with gales across western half of the Gulf and snow changing to rain for Kodiak Island. The front will quickly reach the northern Gulf by Tuesday evening with widespread snow for many interior locations and snow changing to rain along the coast. -TM && .SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHWEST ALASKA/BERING SEA/ALEUTIANS (Days 1 through 3: Today through Tuesday)... KEY MESSAGES... 1) EXTENDED: High Wind Warning for the Central Aleutians is now in effect through noon on Tuesday. 2) A Kamchatka low moves through the Bering Monday / Tuesday. 3) NEW: Winter Storm Watch in effect for Kuskokwim Delta coast and Nunivak Island from late Monday night through Tuesday afternoon due to the potential for heavy snow and blizzard conditions There have been few major changes, so the previous discussion is copied below with minor edits: KEY MESSAGE 1... High Wind Warning for the Central Aleutians A 960 mb North Pacific low moves into the western Bering Sea west of Adak through today. This will result in hurricane force winds gusting to 85 mph from this afternoon through the evening hours from Adak to Atka. Forecaster experience and pattern recognition agrees with the good model agreement that strong winds arrive in the Central Aleutians around mid-morning and switch from a southeast to southwest wind direction by mid-afternoon. Most of the precipitation with this system will fall as rain. As the winds change direction, however, snow levels simultaneously fall and a mix of rain and snow showers late tonight is likely in this area. Reductions in visibility is expected during the rain/snow mix though warm surface temperatures will be too warm for snow accumulation or significant visibility reductions. KEY MESSAGE 2... A Kamchatka low moves through the Bering Monday / Tuesday A 950 mb Kamchatka low moves northward through the Western Aleutians and into the Bering Sea Monday and Tuesday. It will deepen as it crosses into the Bering Sea to a 940mb low as the trough digs deeper and the low becomes vertically stacked. Its front reaches the Central and Eastern Aleutians Monday afternoon bringing southeasterly winds through the evening hours. These winds stretch into the Alaska Peninsula and Southwest Alaska Monday into Tuesday. As the low deepens, hurricane force winds remain in the Central Aleutians with storm force increasing to hurricane force in the Eastern Aleutians through the day Monday. Precipitation during this time will range from rain to frozen precipitation to snow, though forecaster experience is leaning toward a snowier period of precipitation as the occluding low will bring in colder air aloft. Conditions in Southwest Alaska won't fare any better with this early week storm. The aforementioned front reaches the Southwest Alaska coastline Tuesday morning and brings mixed precipitation and strong winds to the region through Tuesday evening. We're monitoring the potential for blizzard conditions for parts of the Southwest coast, as well as heavy snow for parts of Southwest Alaska. Confidence is high enough for a Winter Storm Watch to be issued for the Kuskokwim Delta coast and Nunivak Island, though we'll be waiting for at least one more model cycle before assessing the potential for advisories and warnings in other parts of Southwest. Otherwise, warmer temperatures will allow precipitation to remain mostly rain for the Aleutian Islands and Alaska Peninsula, though strong moisture advection with this system will bring a fair amount of accumulation, on the order of 0.5 to 1 inch. && .LONG TERM FORECAST (Days 4 through 7 - Tuesday through Friday)... The beginning of the long term consists of a strong surface low in the Bering Sea with a robust corresponding upper low sitting in the crest of a deep longwave trough with multiple ripples of enhanced vorticity and shortwaves rounding the trough. At the surface, upper level support downstream of the trough over the Gulf will induce cyclogenesis somewhere near Kodiak Island and the Kenai Peninsula, bringing a plethora of moisture to coastal Southcentral. By Thursday, the amplification of the 500 mb flow out west flattens a bit, with a transient ridge entering the picture as the longwave trough moves eastward. The upper level flow sharpens again heading into Friday. During this time, the aforementioned Bering low is forced to move eastward towards Bristol Bay and the Alaska Peninsula. -AM && .AVIATION... PANC...Conditions will remain primarily VFR with occasional MVFR ceilings this morning with light snowfall. Precipitation chances diminish around 21Z until a transient shortwave trough increases chances again early Monday morning. Light northerly surface winds will persist. &&
In the hours before
Local storm report, Feb 8, 3:30 PM AKST, 43 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
330 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
1052 AM Snow 5 E Valdez 61.11N 146.22W
02/08/2026 M0.3 Inch Chugach AK Public
Still snowing at time of report. 0.05 inch
of SWE.
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PPLocal storm report, Feb 8, 3:37 PM AKST, 36 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
337 PM AKST Sun Feb 8 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0300 PM Snow Anchorage (Potter Valle 61.06N 149.76W
02/08/2026 M0.6 Inch Anchorage AK Trained Spotter
On and off snow showers. SWE was 0.13
inches.
&&
PPThe office that day
Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 8, 3:05 PM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 4 days | |
| Feb 8, 3:11 PM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 5 hr | |
| Feb 8, 3:19 PM AKST | Brisk Wind Advisory | AFC | 13 hr | |
| Feb 8, 3:19 PM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 60 hr | |
| Feb 8, 3:19 PM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 47 hr | |
| Feb 8, 3:19 PM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 60 hr | |
| Feb 8, 4:06 PM AKST | Wind Advisory | AFC | Aleutians West Census Area | 53 hr |
| Feb 8, 4:13 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AFC | Aleutians West Census Area | 53 hr |
| Feb 8, 7:53 PM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 4 days | |
| Feb 8, 8:02 PM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 8 hr | |
| Feb 8, 8:02 PM AKST | Hurricane Force Wind Warning | AFC | 31 hr | |
| Feb 8, 8:02 PM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 55 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:32 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 3 days | |
| Feb 9, 3:36 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 36 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:36 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 3 days | |
| Feb 9, 3:47 AM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 35 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:52 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AFC | 47 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:52 AM AKST | Hurricane Force Wind Warning | AFC | 23 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:52 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AFC | 47 hr | |
| Feb 9, 3:52 AM AKST | Storm Warning | AFC | 12 hr | |
| Feb 9, 5:20 AM AKST | Blizzard Warning | AFC | Bethel Census Area | 46 hr |
| Feb 9, 1:45 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AFC | Chugach Census Area, Copper River Census Area, Kenai Peninsula, Matanuska-Susitna | 43 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive.