Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Marmot Bay, Alaska Through Thursday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Marmot Bay region. This alert indicates a high likelihood of significant ice accumulation on vessels due to the combination of freezing temperatures and high winds.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Marmot Bay (PKZ737) within the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, extending up to 100 nautical miles out, including areas near Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents are advised to avoid the affected coastal waters during the warning period. Heavy freezing spray can cause rapid ice accumulation on vessels, which may lead to stability issues and hazardous maritime conditions.

Expected Conditions

Conditions are expected to deteriorate starting Wednesday morning:

• Winds: Northwest winds are forecast to increase to 40 knots on Wednesday.
• Seas: Average wave heights are expected to reach 6 to 7 feet.
• Hazard: Heavy freezing spray is anticipated throughout Wednesday and Wednesday night, following lighter freezing spray conditions on Tuesday night.

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 AM AKST on Thursday, February 26, 2026.