Blizzard — Western Aleutians, Alaska

2017-01-22 · Western Aleutians, Alaska

Event narrative

Eareckson Air Station reported visibilities reduced to less than 1/4 mile in snow and wind. The observation station ceased reporting at 4 p.m. on 1/22.

Wider weather episode

A 944 mb low moved through the Aleutians, bringing high winds and snow to many communities. This caused blizzard conditions for the Aleutians and the Pribilof Islands.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 679859. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.