Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Cape Suckling to Gravel Point, Alaska

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast. This alert is currently active and remains in effect until 5:00 AM AKST on February 26, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the coastal waters from Cape Suckling to Gravel Point, extending out to 15 nautical miles. This region includes portions of the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.

What You Should Do

Operating in these conditions is hazardous. The NWS recommendation for this alert is to avoid the area. Mariners should take necessary precautions to protect vessels from significant ice accumulation, which can impact stability and safety.

Expected Conditions

Weather conditions in the affected area are forecast to be severe. On Wednesday night, North winds are expected to reach 50 knots with seas of 10 feet, creating conditions for heavy freezing spray. Earlier on Wednesday, North winds of 45 knots and seas of 12 feet are expected, accompanied by snow and freezing spray. By Thursday, winds are forecast to decrease to 30 knots with seas subsiding to 8 feet.

Timeline

• Wednesday: North winds 45 kt, seas 12 ft, snow and freezing spray.
• Wednesday Night: Peak conditions with North winds 50 kt and heavy freezing spray.
• Thursday Morning: The warning expires at 5:00 AM AKST on February 26.
• Friday through Sunday: Conditions are expected to stabilize with Northeast winds at 20 kt and seas at 5 ft.