Headline:
High Wind Warning issued September 24 at 9:06AM AKDT until September 24 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 10:06am
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Shemya and Attu Islands.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong low pressure system in the southern
Bering will bring very strong westerly winds through late this
morning. The strongest wind gusts up to 75 mph are likely across
the western Aleutian Islands through early this morning. Winds to
steadily diminish through late this morning.
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:
Shemya and Attu Islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov