Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 16 at 4:05PM AKDT until March 17 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 5:05pm
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph, with frequent gusts to 60 mph
and occasional gusts to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...Lower Matanuska Valley.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong northeast wind gusts are expected to
continue through Tuesday. Winds will gradually weaken Tuesday
evening and through Tuesday night. The strongest winds are
expected near and just to the north of Palmer. For areas west of
Wasilla, winds will remain much lighter.
Instruction:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread
power outages. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description:
Lower Matanuska Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov