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National Weather Service updates criteria for cold weather advisories in Alaska
NWS Alaska meteorologist Tim Markle said the warnings are designed to let community members know when the cold weather presents a risk to the community. However, the old system set wind chill warnings and advisories, which were statewide in scope, and only kicked in when there was a wind chill.
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High winds forecast for Anchorage’s upper elevations, plus heavy snow at Turnagain Pass
The weather service warned of 30 to 45 mph winds, with gusts up to 80 mph, for higher elevations around Anchorage and Eagle River.
Alaska pummeled by hurricane-force winds near 130 mph as widespread damage seen in Anchorage
The largest populated city in Alaska is still recovering from the hurricane-force winds that battered homes and infrastructure on Sunday, leaving thousands without power.
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80 mph, 90 mph and higher: Here’s a rundown of peak gusts recorded across Southcentral Alaska in Sunday’s storm
Peak gusts included 66 mph at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, 110 mph at Bear Valley and 107 mph at Arctic Valley.
Thousands Without Power in Alaska After Hurricane-Force Winds Hit
At the height of the storm, 17,500 Alaska residents were without power, according Chugach Electric Association.
Anchorage, Alaska, Sees Warmer-Than-Average Temperatures
As Anchorage navigates through a warmer-than-usual winter, meteorologists predict a continuation of the milder temperatures.
Winter Weather Warnings in 11 States As 14 Inches of Snow To Hit
The National Weather Service had multiple states under winter weather advisories or winter storm warnings early on Friday.
Winter Weather Warnings in 9 States As 3 Feet of Snow To Hit
The NWS has issued warnings this weekend after a powerful polar vortex plunged temperatures nationwide during the week.
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Weekend snow will usher in winter's coldest temperatures in the Berkshires
An Arctic outbreak displaced from Alaska into the Eastern U.S. is expected to send overnight readings in the Berkshires to below zero Monday through Wednesday, with daytime highs struggling to
Thousands in Southcentral Alaska remain without power after Sunday's wind and rain storm
A ferocious storm that pounded Southcentral Alaska with high winds and rain Sunday has left thousands still without power as utility crews grapple with unusually extensive damage to lines and poles. Anchorage schools closed Monday due to what district officials described as weather-related issues related to power outages as well as slick parking lots and building maintenance needs.
Texas is colder than parts of Alaska this week, but will areas in Texas actually see snow?
High temps are expected to be in the upper 30s to low 40s this week across Texas, but some communities in Alaska will be slightly warmer.
204 flights delayed, none canceled Saturday morning as snow hits Denver
At least 204 flights were delayed Saturday morning at Denver International Airport, as snow and bitter cold brought by a polar vortex gripped the metro area. Nearly half of the flights — 101, as of 11:45 a.