Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Sitkinak to Castle Cape Coastal Waters

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the coastal waters of Southwest Alaska. This alert is classified as a severe meteorological event with a high likelihood of occurrence.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the maritime region from Sitkinak to Castle Cape, extending out to 15 nautical miles. This includes the coastal waters forecast for the Alaska Peninsula Waters.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected area are advised to avoid the warning zone. Heavy freezing spray can cause significant ice accumulation on vessels, which can lead to hazardous operating conditions and instability.

Expected Conditions

Conditions are expected to deteriorate starting Tuesday night with northwest winds of 35 knots and freezing spray. By Wednesday, winds are forecast to increase to 40 knots from the northwest, with seas reaching 8 feet. These conditions will facilitate heavy freezing spray. High winds of 40 knots and 8-foot seas are expected to persist through Wednesday night and Thursday.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM AKST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. A Gale Warning is also in effect for the region starting Tuesday night.