The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for Juneau and other parts of southeast Alaska until 5 a.m. Tuesday. Six to 10 inches of snow are possible for Juneau, Petersburg and Wrangell, with slightly lesser amounts in places like Hoonah and Angoon.
Juneau public schools were closed today after up to 11 inches of snow fell. Eaglecrest Ski Area reminded outdoor enthusiasts it remained closed and had no ski patrol or avalanche control onsite.
Meteorologist Geri Swanson said this afternoon that the 10.7 inches that had fallen at weather service offices since midnight broke a record for snow falling on Nov. 14. The previous record was 5.6 inches in 2006.
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