Winter Storm Warning Issued for City and Borough of Juneau; Up to 12 Inches of Snow Expected

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Juneau, Alaska

NWS Juneau has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the City and Borough of Juneau, forecasting 6 to 12 inches of snow and difficult travel conditions on Saturday.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Juneau has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the region. This alert was issued on February 27 at 3:19 PM AKST and remains in effect through Saturday night.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the City and Borough of Juneau.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. If travel is necessary, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected with total accumulations ranging from 6 to 12 inches. The heaviest snowfall rates are forecast to occur from mid-day Saturday into the early evening. These conditions will result in difficult travel throughout the area.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 6:00 AM AKST on Saturday, February 28, until 11:00 PM AKST on Saturday night.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
NWS Juneau has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the City and Borough of Juneau, forecasting 6 to 12 inches of snow and difficult travel conditions on Saturday.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Juneau, Alaska. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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