As winter approaches, various weather advisories have been issued across the United States, warning residents of hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Alaska, with snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected in inland Bristol Bay and the Northern Bristol Bay Coast. Additionally, winds gusting as high as 40 mph could make travel difficult and reduce visibility significantly. The advisory is in effect from 6 PM on November 19 until 6 PM on November 20. The temperatures are expected to remain near freezing, with the most intense snowfall occurring overnight and into Thursday morning.
In other parts of the country, Dense Fog Advisories have been issued in several states, including Tennessee, Kansas, Florida, and Kansas. These advisories warn of visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less in dense fog, making driving conditions hazardous. The advisories are in effect until mid-morning on November 19.
Furthermore, a Wind Advisory has been issued for Central King County in Washington, where southeast winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 to 45 mph are expected. The advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 10 PM on November 19, with the potential for gusty winds to blow around unsecured objects and cause power outages.
Additionally, a Beach Hazards Statement has been released for the Pacific Coast beaches in San Francisco, California. A long period northwesterly swell is anticipated to bring breaking waves of 13 to 18 feet, increasing the risk of sneaker waves and rip currents from Thursday afternoon through Monday evening.
These weather advisories serve as crucial warnings for residents to take necessary precautions and stay safe during inclement weather conditions. It is essential to heed the advice of local authorities and the NWS to ensure personal safety and minimize risks associated with adverse weather events.
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References:
– Winter Weather Advisory in Alaska: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.26178736ab495781f4bcf097116a750dccc5e960.001.1.cap
– Dense Fog Advisories in Various States: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eaf6b4ddcf643938002f0e156ec4658942bb2331.001.1.cap, https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.10584401926905bc6cb9720744a0200b2a30c32a.002.1.cap, https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a0db90e3428989a64d43143a43241da0ce47b4ec.002.1.cap, https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.3079908f28be92fd29fa492887d23a60827954dd.001.1.cap
– Wind Advisory in Washington: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f3f361dce256ee4ad8bb1ea517f485ea97e0f5da.001.1.cap
– Beach Hazards Statement in California: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.0833628a8d4195e2f40ab68c6bf5e58eadba1059.001.1.cap
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