A strong low pressure system in the Gulf of Alaska brings Taku winds to Juneau ahead of the storm, and widespread winds and snow across Southeast Alaska. Heavy snow transitioned to rain across much of the area. This along with antecedent snowfall created roof load issues across the are with structural collapses in Juneau and Yakutat. Rain on snowpack and frozen ground created icy conditions across the area that impacted transportation for days following the event.

High Wind in JUNEAU BOROUGH AND NORTHERN ADMIRALTY ISLAND, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 10:32:00 to 08-JAN-22 18:00:00 (AKST-9)
Magnitude: 61.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Mesonet station at AML dock in Juneau reported wind gusts up to 70 mph.

Heavy Snow in CAPE FAIRWEATHER TO CAPE SUCKLING COASTAL AREA, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 00:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 02:27:00 (AKST-9)
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Damage to multiple structures including the medical clinic in Yakutat due to snow loading. National Guard was mobilized to help clear roofs from vulnerable structures. New Snow from the storm was estimated to be at least an additional 2 feet leading to snow depths around 5-6 feet across the area.

Winter Storm in TAIYA INLET AND KLONDIKE HIGHWAY, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 00:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 06:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Alaska Department of Transportation reported that the Klondike highway is closed due to blowing and drifting with new accumulations ranging from 3 to 20 inches due to drifting in winds as high as 30 mph.

Blizzard in TAIYA INLET AND KLONDIKE HIGHWAY, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 14:04:00 to 09-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Alaska Department of transportation reported that the Klondike Highway is closed to blowing and drifting snow with winds as high as 50 mph.

Winter Storm in HAINES BOROUGH AND LYNN CANAL, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 00:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 06:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotter in Haines reported 9 inches of very dry snow.

Winter Storm in HAINES BOROUGH AND LYNN CANAL, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 10:00:00 to 09-JAN-22 20:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotter in Haines reported 12 inches of snowfall with the storm at 10 am, and an additional 7 inches at 9 pm with snow still falling at a significant rate.

Winter Storm in HAINES BOROUGH AND LYNN CANAL, ALASKA
From 10-JAN-22 06:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 18:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snow total from the storm is over 18.5 inches in blowing and drifting snow.

Winter Storm in HAINES BOROUGH AND LYNN CANAL, ALASKA
From 10-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 11-JAN-22 12:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotter in the mud bay section of Haines reported snow has transition to freezing drizzle and rain.

Winter Storm in GLACIER BAY, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter in Gustavus reported 9 inches of new snowfall overnight.

Winter Storm in EASTERN CHICHAGOF ISLAND, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 09-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hoonah Police estimated that roughly 18 inches of snow had fallen so far with this sytem.

Winter Storm in SALISBURY SOUND TO CAPE FAIRWEATHER COASTAL AREA, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 09-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

COOP Observer reported that a storm total of 13.2 inches fell from this storm.

Winter Storm in EASTERN BARANOF ISLAND AND SOUTHERN ADMIRALTY ISLAND, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 09-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mariner

Angoon Harbormaster reported that about one foot of snow had fallen from the storm.

Winter Storm in JUNEAU BOROUGH AND NORTHERN ADMIRALTY ISLAND, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 18:00:00 to 09-JAN-22 21:00:00 (AKST-9)
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

First report in Juneau of 6 inches of snow was at 07:15 am on 01/09/2022. Storm total snow was 8 to 12 inches of snow before changing over to rain. Widespread icy conditions caused snow loading issues including the collapse of a warehouse in Lemon Creek and a single story commercial building in downtown Juneau. Schools and Multiple business remained closed through 1/12 due to snow load concerns. Airplane service out of Juneau was canceled through 1/10.

Winter Storm in INNER CHANNELS FROM KUPREANOF ISLAND TO ETOLIN ISLAND, ALASKA
From 07-JAN-22 11:51:00 to 09-JAN-22 18:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A Trained spotter in Rowan Bay reported 7.5 inches of snow.

Winter Storm in SOUTHERN INNER CHANNELS, ALASKA
From 07-JAN-22 11:51:00 to 09-JAN-22 18:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters in the Ketchikan area reported 6 to 9 inches of snowfall before changing over to rain.

Winter Storm in MISTY FJORDS, ALASKA
From 08-JAN-22 15:00:00 to 10-JAN-22 06:00:00 (AKST-9)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Hyder COOP Observer reported 39.7 inches of snowfall from this event.

High Wind in DIXON ENTRANCE TO CAPE DECISION COASTAL AREA, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 03:19:00 to 09-JAN-22 16:00:00 (AKST-9)
Magnitude: 67.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Hydaburg Seaplane Base measure a peak gust of 77 mph.

High Wind in SOUTHERN INNER CHANNELS, ALASKA
From 09-JAN-22 09:04:00 to 09-JAN-22 16:00:00 (AKST-9)
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Ketchikan Airport measured winds of 80 miles per hour at 10:53 am.