Winter Storm Watch issued for parts of Alaska
5 areas in Alaska are under a winter storm watch, according to the National Weather Service, starting Monday, October 19 at 10:00 PM AKDT.
Key points
- Winter Storm Watch for 5 areas of Alaska
- In effect until Wed 4:00 PM
- Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
5 areas in Alaska are under a winter storm watch, according to the National Weather Service, starting Monday, October 19 at 10:00 PM AKDT.
A watch means conditions could produce the hazard, so people in the area should be ready to act if a warning follows.
The forecasters' summary: Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches possible.
Areas affected
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River, Upper Chena River Valley, Fortymile Country, Upper Tanana Valley and Delta Junction.
Timing
- Starts: Monday, October 19 at 10:00 PM AKDT
- Ends: Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 PM AKDT
- Severity: severe
- Issued by: National Weather Service offices in Fairbanks AK
What to do
The National Weather Service advises: "Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation."
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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