As winter approaches, various weather warnings have been issued across different regions, impacting travel and daily activities. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Juneau, Alaska, has issued a Winter Weather Advisory and High Wind Warnings for specific areas, while Dense Fog Advisories have been issued in Minnesota and Alabama.
In Alaska, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from November 18 at 8:58 PM AKST until November 20 at 6:00 AM AKST for the northern highways. The advisory warns of heavy and wet snowfall along the upper elevations of the Haines Highway and the Klondike Highway, with total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches. Travel could be difficult, and visibility may be reduced to one mile or less at times. Additionally, High Wind Warnings have been issued for Prince of Wales Island and the City and Borough of Sitka, with wind gusts expected to reach up to 60 mph, potentially causing property damage and power outages.
In Minnesota, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for Barron, Polk, Rusk, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, Pepin, Pierce, and St. Croix Counties from November 19 at 12:15 AM CST until November 20 at 9:00 AM CST. Visibility is expected to be less than one mile in dense fog, with freezing fog potentially leading to slick spots on untreated roads and surfaces, making driving conditions hazardous.
Similarly, in Alabama, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for portions of southwest Alabama and southeast Mississippi until November 19 at 9:00 AM CST. Visibility is expected to be one quarter mile or less in dense fog, posing risks to driving conditions.
These weather advisories and warnings highlight the importance of staying informed and prepared for changing weather conditions. It is crucial for residents in the affected areas to take necessary precautions, such as adjusting travel plans, driving carefully, and staying updated on the latest weather forecasts.
As climate patterns continue to shift, it is essential to heed the advice of meteorological experts and authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals and communities. By staying vigilant and proactive, we can mitigate the potential risks associated with severe weather events.
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References:
– NWS Juneau AK Winter Weather Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.cd9bd6b74be34656a4620c20d101f8fa25d2c3ab.002.1.cap
– NWS Juneau AK High Wind Warning: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5258ae2c583eb1bf1bd873df09ee048a08c63f28.001.1.cap
– NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.10f4981025c90a78bb90fa00efb7c5bb236e76d9.001.1.cap
– NWS Mobile AL Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.3e6b631c03c01cafd0e8b999e1bb324bb4fe283f.002.1.cap
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