Winter Weather Warnings Issued for Three States
Parts of Alaska, Wyoming, and Washington face severe winter weather with up to 16 inches of snow and winds reaching 40 mph.
Forecast Overview
The National Weather Service (NWS) has announced that from Wednesday night through Friday morning, regions in the far North, Northwest, and Mountain West will experience heavy snowfall. This will create dangerous driving conditions and disrupt travel due to low visibility caused by high winds and blowing snow, especially in elevated areas and along major highways.
State-Specific Conditions
Alaska
- Thompson Pass is expected to receive approximately 9 inches of snow overnight Wednesday through Thursday evening.
- Strong winds up to 40 mph are forecast to peak early Thursday afternoon, causing blowing snow and reducing visibility to about half a mile or less.
- The NWS cautions residents to be careful outdoors as
“surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.”
Wyoming
- Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains should prepare for 4 to 8 inches of snow, with up to 12 inches in the highest parts of the Tetons.
- This snowfall is expected between Wednesday night and Thursday afternoon.
Washington
Washington is also forecast to experience hazardous snow and wind conditions, contributing to challenging travel.
National Weather Service reports heavy snow and gusty winds are expected to create dangerous travel conditions from Wednesday night to Friday morning.
Travelers are advised to monitor local weather updates and exercise caution.
Author’s summary: A powerful winter storm will bring heavy snow and dangerous winds to Alaska, Wyoming, and Washington, causing severe travel disruptions and icy conditions.