Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Cape Cleare to Gore Point Coastal Waters
NWS Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, with dangerous conditions expected through Thursday afternoon.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning. This alert is currently in effect for coastal waters in the Northern Gulf of Alaska.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the region from Cape Cleare to Gore Point, extending out to 15 nautical miles (NM). This includes the coastal waters forecast for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service recommends that mariners and those in the affected area avoid these conditions. Heavy freezing spray can lead to significant ice accumulation on vessels, which poses a serious risk to stability and safety.
Expected Conditions
Hazardous maritime conditions are expected throughout the warning period:
- Today: Northwest winds at 50 knots with seas reaching 10 feet. Heavy freezing spray is expected.
- Tonight: North winds at 45 knots with seas of 9 feet. Heavy freezing spray continues.
- Thursday: North winds at 40 knots, diminishing to 30 knots in the afternoon. Seas are expected to be around 8 feet with continued heavy freezing spray.
Timeline
The warning was issued at 3:16 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The alert is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice