Alaska Superstorm

This storm is absolutely incredible here is a satellite picture...

 It is basically a cold weather hurricane. This is a very life threatening situation for the residents of Alaska. Winds from this are sustained at over 70 mph with gusts at or over 100 mph. Extensive tree and power pole damage with widespread power outages likely. It is the "Perfect Storm"/storm of the century. Wave heights will be an astounding 40feet. Alaska will have a storm surge as high as 10 feet in some locations. Not only is there wind and waves, but the chance for heavy snow with blizzard like conditions. Also, a phenomena known as freezing spray will occur. (pic below) This is when water (generally from waves or wind) freezes instantly to a surface. It is a mini ice storm along coasts. Ice can accumulate in inches. This storm's central pressure may reach a staggering 940mb or the equivalent of a category 4 or even 5 hurricane. This storm is very comparable to our super storm last year. This storm brought damaging winds and tornadoes to the area and to eastern half of the United States. The low pressure achieved a strength of 955mb.

Here is a picture from October 26, 2011. It is basically a land hurricane.

Crazy and exciting weather!!!