Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Resurrection Bay Through Tuesday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage office has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the coastal waters of Resurrection Bay. This alert indicates a severe meteorological hazard where freezing spray is likely to cause significant ice accumulation on vessels.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic area impacted by this warning is Resurrection Bay (UGC PKZ714) along the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.

What You Should Do

Operating a vessel in these conditions is hazardous. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners avoid the area during the warning period. Significant ice accumulation can occur quickly, potentially affecting vessel stability and safety.

Expected Conditions

According to the Coastal Waters Forecast for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, the following conditions are anticipated:

• Monday Night: North winds at 35 knots with seas reaching 7 feet. Heavy freezing spray is expected during this period.
• Tuesday: North winds are forecast to increase to 40 knots with seas maintaining a height of 7 feet.
• Additional Hazards: A Gale Warning is also in effect for Monday and Monday night.

Timeline

• Warning Onset: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKDT
• Warning Expiration: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKDT

The alert was originally issued on Sunday, March 8, at 3:54 PM AKDT.