Winter Storm Warning Issued for Petersburg Borough; Up to 10 Inches of Snow Expected Saturday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Juneau AK has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Petersburg Borough. This alert is followed by a Winter Storm Watch as a series of low-pressure systems move across the central gulf and the southern panhandle.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic region affected is the Petersburg Borough in Alaska. The NWS notes that while the warning is specific to this area, moisture and snow levels may fluctuate near the Sumner Strait.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. If travel is necessary, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Travel is expected to be difficult during the warning period. For the latest road conditions, residents can call 511 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulations: The Winter Storm Warning calls for 6 to 10 inches of heavy snow. The subsequent Winter Storm Watch indicates that additional accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are possible.
• Timing of Intensity: The heaviest snowfall rates on Saturday are expected during the late afternoon and early evening.
• Wind and Temperature: South to southwest winds will cause temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast, though heavy snow is expected to persist in the Petersburg and Wrangell areas.

Timeline

• Winter Storm Warning: Effective from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM AKST on Saturday, February 28.
• Winter Storm Watch: Effective from Sunday morning through Monday morning.
• Long-term Outlook: Another low-pressure system may affect the region on Tuesday, potentially pushing snow northward again.