Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Shelikof Strait Through Sunday Evening
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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NWS Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Shelikof Strait, with winds up to 40 knots and heavy ice accumulation expected through Sunday.
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- Record type
- Heavy Freezing Spray Warning
- Affected area
- Shelikof Strait, Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Anchorage
The warning type, named area, and issue time define this record. Confirm all three against the original agency notice before treating it as current.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Shelikof Strait, Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Shelikof Strait. This warning is in effect concurrently with a Gale Warning for the region. The alert was issued early Saturday morning and remains active through Sunday afternoon.
Affected Areas
The primary area affected is the Shelikof Strait (PKZ738). The broader Coastal Waters Forecast includes the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast up to 100 nautical miles out, encompassing Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.
What You Should Do
Mariners are advised to avoid the area if possible. Heavy freezing spray can cause rapid ice accumulation on vessels, which may lead to stability issues and hazardous operating conditions. Ensure all safety equipment is accessible and monitor local marine forecasts for updates.
Expected Conditions
Dangerous maritime conditions are forecast for the duration of the alert:
- Winds: West winds at 35 knots today, increasing to Northwest winds of 40 knots tonight and Sunday. Gusts may reach up to 55 knots out of bays and passes after midnight tonight.
- Seas: Wave heights are expected to range between 9 and 10 feet.
- Freezing Spray: Heavy freezing spray is expected throughout the period, which will contribute to significant ice buildup on exposed surfaces.
Timeline
- Effective Period: The warning is currently in effect as of March 7, 2026.
- Duration: Conditions are expected to persist through Sunday, March 8, with the warning set to expire at 5:00 PM AKST (6:00 PM AKDT). Winds are forecast to remain at 35 knots through Monday morning.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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