Weather Alerts For Hope, AK

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Anchorage AK 344 AM AKST Thu Jan 15 2026 East Turnagain Arm-Portage-Interior Kenai Peninsula-Turnagain Pass- Including the cities of Hope, Girdwood, Summit Lake, Portage, Turnagain Pass, and Moose Pass 344 AM AKST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow, freezing rain and heavy rain. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 8 inches and ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph through Portage and eastern Turnagain Arm. * WHERE...East Turnagain Arm, Interior Kenai Peninsula, and Turnagain Pass. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow early Thursday morning could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong front and atmospheric river will move into the eastern Kenai Peninsula and Eastern Turnagain Arm this morning and remain in place through Friday. Snow levels will gradually rise today to between 1600 and 2200 ft. Heavy rain falling on snow covered and frozen roadways will cause hazardous conditions. Hydroplaning will be likely in areas. Total liquid amounts of 1.8 to 4.5 inches expected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. &&