* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches with localized areas of up to 18 inches possible. Snowfall rates of one inch per hour in heavy snow showers.
* WHERE...Girdwood, Portage and Turnagain Pass.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 AM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bands of heavy snow showers will develop this afternoon and move over the area. Very low density snow will be easily suspended by vehicles, leading to low visibility.
* AFFECTED AREAS: EAST TURNAGAIN ARM ... PORTAGE ... TURNAGAIN PASS
