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A significant winter storm is anticipated to affect certain areas of Alaska this weekend, with severe snowfall, winds equivalent to hurricane strength, and dangerous travel conditions. The National Weather Service cautioned that some mountainous areas close to the Chugach region might experience up to 86 inches of snow, while wind speeds could hit 90 mph along the Alaska Peninsula and Eastern Aleutians. Meteorologists also indicated the possibility of freezing rain and whiteout conditions that could hinder transportation and utility services. Authorities are advising residents to refrain from non-essential travel as emergency teams get ready for potential impacts on infrastructure and power in the affected regions.
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00:00Imagine waking up to winds so strong they can push cars off the road, and snow piling up higher than
00:06a house.
00:06That's exactly what Alaska's facing this weekend, as meteorologists warn of a monster winter storm bringing up to 7 feet
00:14of snow and terrifying 90-mile-per-hour winds.
00:18The National Weather Service says some mountain areas near the Chugich region could be buried under nearly 86 inches of
00:25fresh snow in just a few days.
00:27Meanwhile, places like the Alaska, Peninsula, and the eastern Aleutians are bracing for hurricane-force wind gusts, powerful enough to
00:36damage homes, knock down trees, and create total whiteout conditions.
00:41Forecasters are also warning about freezing rain and dangerously slick roads, making travel nearly impossible across several regions.
00:49In some areas, officials are already telling residents to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare for possible power outages.
00:57What makes this storm even crazier is the timing because it's hitting in May, when many people are already thinking
01:02about spring.
01:03And with another Pacific storm system already forming behind this one, experts say Alaska may not be out of danger
01:10anytime soon.
01:11And with another Pacific storm system, we're going to be out of danger.
01:11And with another Pacific storm system, we're going to be out of danger.
01:12And with another Pacific storm system, we're going to be out of danger.
01:12You
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