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"Power Outages and School Closures as Snowstorm Hits Southcentral Alaska, Rain Threatens"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Anchorage Daily News

A snowstorm in Southcentral Alaska has brought heavy snowfall, causing power outages and school closures. Snowfall totals range from 12 to 22 inches in Anchorage, with more snow expected. The storm was initially forecasted to transition to rain but has remained mostly snow. The wintry weather has prompted remote learning in the Anchorage and Matanuska-Susitna Borough school districts. Power outages have affected thousands of residents, and the Seward Highway has been closed in certain areas. The storm has also caused vehicle crashes and disabled vehicles. The weather service faced challenges in predicting the storm due to a non-functioning Doppler radar system. Winter weather advisories and warnings are in place for various regions in Alaska.

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"Alaska's Southcentral Region Battling Power Outages and School Closures Amidst Winter Storm"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Alaska's News Source

A winter storm is impacting Southcentral Alaska, leading to school closures, power outages, and heavy snowfall. Many schools in the Kenai Peninsula Borough and Matanuska-Susitna Borough are closed, while the Anchorage School District has declared a remote learning day. Private schools in Anchorage are also closed. Power outages have affected over 1,000 customers, with crews working on restoration efforts. The region is under winter storm warnings and advisories, with heavy snow, rain, and high winds expected. The Richardson Highway is closed due to heavy snow, and avalanche concerns are high in the Kenai and Chugach Mountains.

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