Headline:
High Wind Warning issued September 24 at 10:13AM AKDT until September 24 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 11:13am
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.
* WHERE...Atka and Adak.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very strong westerly winds will initiate this
morning due to a deep low pressure system in the southern Bering
Sea. Favored East-West channels could promote locally higher gusts.
Strongest winds are expected from about noon to 3pm AKDT. Winds to
steadily diminish through tonight.
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:
Atka and Adak
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov