Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Resurrection Bay Through Sunday Afternoon

Alert Details

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. This alert indicates that conditions are likely to cause significant ice accumulation on vessels in the area.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Resurrection Bay (PKZ714) in the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast region.

What You Should Do

According to the National Weather Service, the recommended response is to avoid the area. Mariners should take necessary precautions to protect vessels and crew from heavy ice accumulation, which can affect stability and safety.

Expected Conditions

Weather conditions in Resurrection Bay are expected to be hazardous:

• Tonight: North winds of 25 knots with gusts up to 35 knots. Seas are forecast at 6 feet with heavy freezing spray.
• Sunday: North winds of 25 knots and seas of 5 feet with continued heavy freezing spray.
• General Conditions: Freezing spray is already present today with north winds of 25 knots and gusts to 35 knots.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective starting at 5:00 PM AKST on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM AKST on Sunday, March 1, 2026.