Blizzard Warning Issued for Bristol Bay and Northern Alaska Peninsula Through Friday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Blizzard Warning for several regions in Southwest Alaska. The warning is triggered by a strong low-pressure system approaching the Bristol Bay area, bringing severe winter weather conditions to the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions and communities:

• Bristol Bay Borough: Including Naknek and King Salmon.
• Northern Alaska Peninsula: Including Pilot Point and Egegik.
• Northern Bristol Bay Coast: Including Dillingham.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are strongly advised to delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, exercise extreme caution and ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe. Severe winter weather conditions, including falling and blowing snow, will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are forecast between 3 and 11 inches. The highest snow totals are expected in the area from Egegik to Pilot Point, while relatively lower totals are anticipated near Dillingham.
• Wind: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 40 mph. The strongest winds are predicted for communities such as Dillingham and King Salmon.
• Visibility: Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility to one-quarter mile or less at times.
• Additional Details: Cold air is expected to be ushered into the area immediately following the passage of this system.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is effective from 6:00 PM AKST Thursday, March 5, and is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:00 PM AKST Friday, March 6.