A blizzard watch is in effect for Juneau starting Monday morning. The storm could produce up to 9-14 inches of white snow. High winds — that could reach 60 mph cause snow to fall and create a risk for travel.
Meteorologist Andrew Park with the National Weather Service office in Juneau stated that some snow is already falling on roads and highways. People should stay clear of travel on Monday, if they can.
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On Tuesday, Juneau the snow will start to combine with rain, which may result in icy conditions that last throughout the remainder of the week.
Gustavas, Haines and Skagway may also see snowfall of double-digits in the morning of Monday. A winter storm alert is in force for those communities, however milder winds can make blizzards less likely.
For the southern part of the panhandle, between Ketchikan from Ketchikan to Prince of Wales Island, the likelihood of major snowfall is lower however strong winds between 25 to 35 mph, with gusts of up to 60 mph could be a risk. There’s the possibility of power outages, fallen trees and boat damage if they aren’t properly secured.
The National Weather Service will continue to keep their forecasts up-to-date as the storm intensifies.
