Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Southern Lynn Canal Through Tuesday

Alert Details

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Juneau AK. This alert is in effect as of late Monday night and is scheduled to remain active until Tuesday afternoon. Additionally, a Gale Warning is in effect for the same period.

Affected Areas

The warning primarily impacts the Southern Lynn Canal within the Southeast Alaska Inside Waters, spanning from Dixon Entrance to Skagway. Specific hazardous conditions are noted near Point Couverden.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents are advised to avoid the affected waters during this period of severe weather. The combination of heavy freezing spray and high seas creates extremely hazardous conditions for vessels. Monitor local weather updates for any changes in the forecast.

Expected Conditions

Significant marine hazards are forecast for the region:

• Wind: North winds are expected at 35 knots tonight, increasing to 45 knots on Tuesday. Near Point Couverden, winds of 40 knots with gusts up to 55 knots are anticipated.
• Seas: Wave heights are expected to reach 14 feet tonight and 15 feet on Tuesday.
• Precipitation: Snow is expected throughout the duration of the alert.
• Freezing Spray: Heavy freezing spray is forecast through Tuesday morning, transitioning to light freezing spray by Tuesday night.

Timeline

• Onset: The alert began at 11:00 PM AKST on Monday, March 2, 2026.
• Duration: The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective until 5:00 PM AKST on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
• Outlook: Conditions are expected to improve slightly by Wednesday, with winds decreasing to 25 knots and seas subsiding to 7 feet.