Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Cape Suckling to Gravel Point through Thursday Morning
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The National Weather Service in Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska coast, with dangerous conditions expected near the Copper River Delta.
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- Record type
- Heavy Freezing Spray Warning
- Affected area
- Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Anchorage
The warning type, named area, and issue time define this record. Confirm all three against the original agency notice before treating it as current.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska. This warning is in effect from 5:00 AM AKDT Wednesday, March 11, until 5:00 AM AKDT Thursday, March 12.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the area from Cape Suckling to Gravel Point, extending out to 15 nautical miles. Heavy freezing spray is specifically expected to impact the waters near the Copper River Delta.
What You Should Do
Mariners and those operating in the affected coastal zones are advised to avoid the area during the warning period. Freezing spray can cause rapid ice accumulation on vessels, which poses a significant risk to stability and safety.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Northeast winds are forecast at 40 knots on Wednesday, subsiding slightly to 35 knots by Wednesday night.
- Seas: Wave heights are expected to average between 6 and 7 feet.
- Hazard: Heavy freezing spray is likely, particularly in the vicinity of the Copper River Delta.
Timeline
- Onset: Wednesday, March 11 at 5:00 AM AKDT.
- Duration: The warning remains in effect through Wednesday night.
- Expiration: Thursday, March 12 at 5:00 AM AKDT.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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