CENTRAL COPPER VALLEY — * WHAT...Snow expected. Snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. Highest amounts north of Gulkana. Lowest amounts south of the Glenn and Richardson Hwy junction, near Copper Center.
* WHERE...Central Copper Valley.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Be prepared for slippery roads. Areas of low visibility especially in heavier snow.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will continue across the Central Copper Valley through this evening. Rain may mix in with the snow at times south of Gulkana, limiting snow amounts.
Winter weather in Central Copper Valley makes roads dangerous, increases the risk of power loss, and can cause cold-related injury during outages. Stranded vehicles are a common hazard.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Expect a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated power-outage risk, and heating stress during any extended loss of service.
Recommended steps: avoid non-essential travel; keep heat sources clear and ventilated; have blankets and a way to charge a phone; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this winter storm and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS