Winter Storm Warning issued January 7 at 2:07PM AKST until January 9 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...Heavy snow for the Klondike Highway... .Another front will bring heavy snow and heavy rain to the area. Mainly rain is expected for Skagway and areas near sea level. But at higher elevations, heavy snow will begin Wednesday night and last through Thursday. Heaviest snowfall rates will be late Wednesday night through Thursday morning with rates exceeding 1 inch per hour at times. As the band of heavy precip passes, moderate to heavy snow showers will be likely through Thursday evening with snowfall rates around .5 to 1 inch per hour. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12
Blizzard Warning issued January 7 at 1:40PM AKST until January 7 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Falling snow combined with strong north winds gusting up to 60 mph is resulting in blizzard conditions with visibility down to 1/4 mile. * WHERE...Central Brooks Range. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Extremely dangerous travel conditions and dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero causing frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow is resulting in large snow drifts. Alaska DOT has reported multiple tractor trailers stuck along the Dalton Highway at Atigun Pass.
Flood Advisory issued January 7 at 12:46PM AKST until January 9 at 12:30PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is expected. * WHERE...the Anchor River near Anchor Point Road Downstream Of The Old Sterling Highway And The Anchor River State Recreation Area. * WHEN...Until 1230 PM AKST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1235 PM AKST, Emergency management reported an ice jam on the Anchor River near Anchor Point Road downstream of the Old Sterling Highway. Impounding water due to the ice jam will cause rapid river rises upstream. Minor flooding has been observed in the low laying areas between the Old Sterling
Special Weather Statement issued January 7 at 9:57AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
Ongoing warmer-than-normal weather conditions across the Interior, with temperatures in many areas reaching near or above freezing, have led to slick road conditions with black ice in spots. Use caution when traveling.
Special Weather Statement issued January 7 at 9:10AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
A WET FRONT THAT WENT THROUGH THE PANHANDLE MONDAY NIGHT DROPPED AROUND 1 TO 2.5 INCHES OF RAIN ACROSS THE AREA. LOW ELEVATION SNOWMELT IS ALSO CONTINUING WITH FREEZING LEVELS REMAINING AROUND 2000 TO 3000 FT PANHANDLE WIDE. A SECOND FEATURE, AS STRONG OR STRONGER THAN THE MONDAY NIGHT FRONT, IS EXPECTED THURSDAY AND FRIDAY. SNOW LEVELS ARE EXPECTED TO RISE HIGHER (4000 TO 5000 FT) AND ADDITIONAL RAINFALL IS EXPECTED (1 TO 3 INCHES MORE) THAT WILL ADD MORE SNOWMELT. RIVER AND STREAMS WILL GET A CHANCE TO RECOVER WEDNESDAY AND EARLY THURSDAY BEFORE THE ADDITIONAL RAINFALL WITH THE
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 3:43PM AKST until January 8 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Snow through Broad Pass with an additional 4 to 8 inches wet snow accumulation. * WHERE...Susitna Valley, north and west of Talkeetna. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Very slippery sidewalks, driveways, and neighborhood roads. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of wet snow will continue north and west of Talkeetna, including Broad Pass, through Wednesday afternoon.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 3:43PM AKST until January 8 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Rain falling on ice at lower elevations. Snow and blowing snow through Thompson Pass, with visibility as low as one half mile. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and winds gusting as high as 35 mph through the Pass. * WHERE...Valdez up to Thompson Pass. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible. Reduced visibility through Thompson Pass. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain falling on frozen surfaces will continue to produce slick conditions on untreated roads and other surfaces.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 7 at 2:48PM AKST until January 8 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and mixed precipitation expected. Light rain at times may mix in this evening which may contribute to slick roads. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Southern Denali Borough and Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
Hydrologic Outlook issued January 7 at 2:41PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
ESFAFC Recent and continuing warm weather and widespread rainfall have led to rising creek and stream levels from the Kenai Peninsula north into the Mat-Su Valleys. Overflow has been reported on creeks and over existing trails. Increased streamflows may also lead to localized ice jams. Those traveling on backcountry trails are encouraged to take extra caution around area streams, rivers and trails, as water may degrade ice and create difficult or hazardous conditions. For Urban areas, recent snowmelt and rain is ponding on area roads, and will likely linger until drains are cleared or melt. Motorists should exercise caution driving
Wind Advisory issued January 7 at 12:23PM AKST until January 8 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.