Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 18 at 6:16PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 18, 2026 - 7:16pm
Expires:
March 18, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 616 PM AKDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Sitka, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Heavy snow reducing visibility below 1/2 mile.
Southwest wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Sitka and Sitka Ferry Terminal.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
City and Borough of Sitka
Forcast Office:
NWS Juneau AK
Sender: