Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 6 at 6:36PM AKST until March 6 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 6, 2026 - 7:36pm
Expires:
March 6, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.
Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Western Kenai Peninsula.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one half mile or less due to
blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional snow showers and a shift in the
wind from north to south is expected this evening. Snow and gusty
winds may linger into Saturday for communities along Kachemak Bay.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
SW Kenai Peninsula; NW Kenai Peninsula
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender: