Weather Alerts for Lower Kuskokwim Valley

Issued by the National Weather Service

Blizzard Warning  BLIZZARD WARNING   Blizzard Warning
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY

Areas Affected:
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River
Effective: Sat, 12/13 4:47am Updated: Sat, 12/13 5:55am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 12/13 6:00am Severity:  Extreme  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
Visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less at times.

* WHERE...White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River,
including the Steese Highway near Eagle Summit and areas along the
Elliot Highway.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Travel could be
extremely hazardous.

Information:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.

Blizzard Warning  BLIZZARD WARNING   Blizzard Warning
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY

Areas Affected:
Dalton Highway Summits
Effective: Sat, 12/13 4:47am Updated: Sat, 12/13 5:55am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 12/13 6:00am Severity:  Extreme  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
Visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Dalton Highway Summits.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to blowing
snow. Areas of whiteout conditions are expected and will make
travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

Information:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.

Winter Storm Warning  WINTER STORM WARNING   Winter Storm Warning
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY

Areas Affected:
Delta Junction - Northern Denali Borough - Southern Denali Borough - Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp - Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp
Effective: Sat, 12/13 4:47am Updated: Sat, 12/13 5:55am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 12/13 6:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations up to
one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Delta Junction, Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp,
Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp, Northern Denali Borough,
and Southern Denali Borough.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs
may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages.
Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous
and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road
conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday
evening commute.

Information:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Cold Weather Advisory  COLD WEATHER ADVISORY   Cold Weather Advisory
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY

Areas Affected:
Northern Susitna Valley
Effective: Sat, 12/13 4:58am Updated: Sat, 12/13 5:55am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 12/13 4:45pm Severity:  Moderate  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero
expected. Northerly winds gusting between 20 to 30 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Susitna Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40
below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as
10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to
these temperatures.

Information:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

High Wind Watch  HIGH WIND WATCH   High Wind Watch
LOWER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY

Areas Affected:
Lower Matanuska Valley - Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley
Effective: Sat, 12/13 4:58am Updated: Sat, 12/13 5:55am Urgency: Future
Expires: Sat, 12/13 4:45pm Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Possible

 
Details:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts between 60 to 80
mph possible. Wind chill values between 10 to 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures
combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin
in as little as 30 minutes.

Information:
A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.



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