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Alaska Faces Winter's Fury: Snow and 90 MPH Winds Ahead
10 May
Summary
- Alaska is forecast to experience severe weather with heavy snow and high winds.
- Winds up to 90 mph are expected in the Alaska Peninsula region.
- Some areas could receive over five feet of snow by Monday morning.
Alaska is set to experience a significant winter storm this weekend, bringing heavy snowfall and powerful winds. Dangerous gusts of up to 90 mph are anticipated for the Alaska Peninsula from Sunday through Monday morning, prompting the National Weather Service to issue high wind warnings. Other areas, including the Eastern Aleutians and Pribilof Islands, will see gusts up to 80 mph, while the Kuskokwim Delta Coast faces 75 mph gusts. Warnings began Friday night and are expected to continue through Sunday morning.
In addition to the strong winds, several feet of snow are forecast for various regions. The Lower Kuskokwim Valley and Bristol Bay are expected to receive between 8 to 13 inches of snow. However, areas east of Anchorage, such as Palmer, are predicted to face the brunt of the snowfall, with expectations of more than five feet. Palmer alone could see 16 inches from Friday night to Saturday morning, with continued heavy snow showers throughout the weekend. All weather warnings are slated to last through Monday morning, urging residents to take necessary precautions.
