Blizzard — Nern P.w. Snd, Alaska

2020-01-26 to 2020-01-28 · Nern P.w. Snd, Alaska

Event narrative

Thompson Pass DOT camp reported a dusting of new snow, bringing visibility down to 1/4 sm. Winds were already gusting to 50 mph. Wind chills reached -45F.

Wider weather episode

A low pressure system moved northward into Prince William Sound from the Gulf of Alaska, then remained nearly stationary as it weakened. Cold air over the Copper River Basin helped enhance winds through Thompson Pass north of Valdez, causing blizzard conditions.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 870882. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.