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Blizzard in Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island, Alaska
Blizzard February 16, 2026 · Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island, Alaska
What the National Weather Service wrote
The Toksook Bay ASOS (PAOO) observed a several hour period of blizzard conditions (visibility less than or equal to 1/4 statute miles, winds gusting to around 35 mph, and blowing snow) from 10:55 AM to 4:56 PM AKST Feb 16. The Kipnuk ASOS (PAKI) similarly observed a several hour period of blizzard conditions from 1:45 PM to 5:55 PM AKST on Feb 16.
The wider storm
A strong low with a deep moisture plume pushed into the Bering Sea on February 15. The low's front moved into the Southwest Alaska coastline by February 16. The front brought gusty winds and heavy snowfall to the Kuskokwim Delta Coast, which resulted in a period of blizzard conditions.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1319673. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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