Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Shelikof Strait Through Thursday Afternoon
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NWS Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for Shelikof Strait, warning of extreme ice accumulation and wind gusts up to 65 knots through Thursday.
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- Record type
- Heavy Freezing Spray Warning
- Affected area
- Shelikof Strait, Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Anchorage AK
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 alert is in effect from February 25 at 3:16 AM AKST through February 26 at 5:00 PM AKST. A Gale Warning is also in effect for the region during this period.
Affected Areas
The primary area impacted by this warning is the Shelikof Strait (PKZ738). The forecast also covers coastal waters for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast up to 100 nautical miles out, including Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.
What You Should Do
Mariners and vessel operators are advised to avoid the area if possible. Extreme freezing spray can lead to rapid ice accumulation on vessels, which significantly increases the risk of capsizing or loss of stability. Ensure all safety equipment is secured and monitor local marine forecasts for updates.
Expected Conditions
Dangerous maritime conditions are expected throughout the duration of the warning:
- Wind: Northwest winds of 45 knots, with gusts reaching up to 65 knots out of bays and passes.
- Seas: Average wave heights of 11 feet.
- Freezing Spray: Extreme freezing spray is forecast at a rate of 4 cm per hour or greater, which may rapidly accumulate on vessels.
Timeline
- Effective: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 3:16 AM AKST
- Duration: Conditions are expected to remain hazardous through Thursday night, with the formal warning expiring on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKST.
- Outlook: Winds are expected to decrease to 30 knots by Thursday night and 20 knots by Friday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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