Full Notification

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 12 inches. Northerly winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Visibility reduced to one-quarter mile at times.

* WHERE...Central Alaska Peninsula, Chignik, and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to noon AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong low pressure system in the northern Pacific will approach the Alaska Peninsula Thursday bringing a long period of snowfall and gusty winds, leading to blizzard conditions. Communities such King Cove and Sand Point will experience the strongest enhancement of winds under this pattern and will easily achieve blizzard conditions, reducing visibility to one-quarter mile or less at times. Note that cold air will be ushered into the area behind this system.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CENTRAL ALASKA PENINSULA ... CHIGNIK ... SOUTHERN ALASKA PENINSULA

Instructions:

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.