Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Bristol Bay Waters Through Wednesday

Alert Details

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK. This alert is effective starting Tuesday evening and is expected to remain in place until Wednesday afternoon.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the coastal waters of Bristol Bay from Port Heiden to Cape Chichagof, extending out to 15 nautical miles.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected area are advised to avoid the warning zone. Heavy freezing spray can cause significant ice accumulation on vessels, which may impact stability and safety.

Expected Conditions

Conditions in the ice-free waters of Bristol Bay are expected to deteriorate as follows:

• Winds: Northwest winds at 25 knots are forecast for Tuesday night and Wednesday.
• Seas: Seas in ice-free waters are expected to build from 2 feet to 6 feet after midnight on Tuesday, reaching up to 7 feet on Wednesday.
• Precipitation: Snow and rain are expected on Tuesday, followed by heavy freezing spray conditions starting Tuesday night.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective from 5:00 PM AKST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, and is scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.