Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 1:45PM AKDT until March 11 at 6:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 10, 2026 - 2:45pm
Expires:
March 10, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and Blowing Snow reducing visibility to 1/2 mile or
less at times. Additional snow accumulation up to 2 inches. Winds
gusting between 40 and 50 mph with isolated gusts as high as 60
mph. Wind chill values 10 below to 20 below zero.
* WHERE...Southern Alaska Peninsula.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one half mile or less due to
blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could
cause extensive damage to power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to the showery nature of these heavy snow
showers produced by the clouds streaming off the ice edge,
conditions can vary greatly over a short distance.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
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.
Area Description:
Southern Alaska Peninsula
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK