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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Anchorage AK

751 AM AKDT Thu Apr 18 2024



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Kuskokwim Delta-

Including the cities of Bethel and Nunivak Island

751 AM AKDT Thu Apr 18 2024



...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKDT THIS

AFTERNOON FOR TOKSOOK BAY...



* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 

  of up to two inches.



* WHERE...Kuskokwim Coast, Toksook Bay area.



* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon.



* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.



* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and strong winds gusting 40 to 50 

  mph from the northwest overnight has led to reduced visibility 

  of one half mile or less for several hours overnight. Latest 

  observations have reduced visibility further to one quarter 

  mile with heavy snow and sustained northwest winds of 35 to 40 

  mph with gusts up to 50 mph. The worst conditions are expected 

  to continue through this morning and into the early afternoon 

  before snow and winds ease a bit. Farther inland from the 

  coast, rain is observed in Bethel and remains out of the 

  threat. Farther west toward Nunivak Island, light snow showers 

  at times with no reductions in visibility expected during the 

  day today. Heavier snow is expected to return late tonight 

  with the strongest winds shifting toward Nunivak Island.



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.



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AKZ185-181900-

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Eastern Aleutians-

Including the cities of Unalaska and Nikolski

751 AM AKDT Thu Apr 18 2024



...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM AKDT

THIS MORNING...



* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 

  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.



* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.



* WHEN...Until 11 AM AKDT this morning.



* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 

  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 

  bring down tree branches.



* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A mix of rain and snow are ongoing at sea 

  level with all snow showers expected at higher elevations. The 

  combination of heavier snow and gusty winds could 

  significantly reduce visibility at times. Snow shower 

  intensity and winds are expected to decrease later this 

  morning, though light snow could linger through tomorrow 

  morning.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Slow down and use caution while traveling.



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