Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Chiniak Bay, Alaska

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage AK has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Chiniak Bay region. This alert indicates a high likelihood of significant ice accumulation on vessels and structures due to freezing sea spray.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Chiniak Bay (PKZ736) along the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, including areas up to 100 nm out.

What You Should Do

The National Weather Service recommends that individuals and mariners avoid the affected area during the warning period. It is critical to take precautions against heavy ice accumulation on vessels, which can affect stability.

Expected Conditions

Conditions on Wednesday are forecast to include Northwest winds at 45 knots, with gusts reaching up to 65 knots. Seas are expected to be approximately 6 feet. These high winds and cold temperatures will result in heavy freezing spray. Leading up to the warning, Tuesday night will see Northwest winds increasing to 35 knots with gusts to 50 knots and freezing spray beginning after midnight.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The warning is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.