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Blizzard Warning
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* WHAT...Blizzard conditions likely. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. Visibility reduced to as low as one quarter mile in blowing snow.
* WHERE...Thompson Pass.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to noon AKST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Visibility could be significantly reduced within heavy snow.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A band of light to moderate snow is expected late this morning before tapering off in the afternoon. A second round of heavier snow is likely this evening through Tuesday morning. Conditions will begin to improve starting late Tuesday morning as winds begin to slowly diminish and snow becomes lighter and more showery in nature.
Instructions
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.
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