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Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 11:53 PM Mar. 5, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 PM AKST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, highest amounts from Ninilchik to Nikiski. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Visibility as low as one half mile or less at times. * WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 9 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong storm system will track either into Cook Inlet or Western Prince William Sound. The duration of snow and magnitude of the winds will be determined by the exact storm track. There will likely be a period of less snow and wind Friday afternoon and evening; however, additional snow showers and a shift in the wind from north to south is expected by Friday night. Snow and gusty winds may linger into Saturday for communities along Kachemak Bay. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, 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. &&
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