Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Castle Cape to Cape Tolstoi Through Monday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning and a Gale Warning. These alerts are currently in effect for coastal waters near the Alaska Peninsula.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the maritime region from Castle Cape to Cape Tolstoi, extending out to 15 nautical miles (NM).

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected coastal areas are advised to take necessary precautions. The NWS recommends a response of Avoid for the specified waters during the warning period due to the hazardous conditions.

Expected Conditions

Severe maritime weather conditions are forecast for the region:

• Wind: Northwest winds are expected at 40 knots today and tonight, with gusts reaching up to 55 knots. Winds will remain strong on Monday at approximately 35 knots.
• Seas: Wave heights are forecast at 6 feet today and tonight, subsiding slightly to 4 feet on Monday.
• Accumulation: Heavy freezing spray is expected to accumulate on vessels and structures through Monday.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective as of March 8, 2026, at 3:36 AM AKDT. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until the warning expires on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKDT.