What the winter storm warning means for Alaska
9 areas in Alaska are under a winter storm warning, according to the National Weather Service, starting Sunday, October 18 at 3:08 PM AKDT.
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9 areas in Alaska are under a winter storm warning, according to the National Weather Service, starting Sunday, October 18 at 3:08 PM AKDT.
A warning means the hazard is happening now or is about to, and people in the area should act to protect themselves.
The forecasters' summary: Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches.
Noatak Valley, Yukon Flats, White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River, Upper Chena River Valley, Fortymile Country, Upper Tanana Valley, Delta Junction, Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp and Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp.
The National Weather Service advises: "If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency."
Alerts can be extended, upgraded or cancelled at short notice; check the National Weather Service or local officials for the latest. Information from the National Weather Service. Generated automatically.
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