Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Thursday Afternoon

Alert Details

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. This alert is currently in effect and is classified as a severe threat with likely certainty.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the Valdez Narrows (PKZ721) within the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected area are advised to take precautions. The National Weather Service recommends a response of Avoid for the impacted maritime zones during the duration of the warning.

Expected Conditions

Dangerous conditions are forecast for the coastal waters, including:

• Today: North winds at 40 knots with 4-foot seas and heavy freezing spray.
• Tonight through Thursday: North winds increasing to 45 knots with 4-foot seas and continued heavy freezing spray.
• Thursday Night: North winds at 40 knots with 4-foot seas.
• Friday: North winds at 35 knots with 4-foot seas.

Timeline

The Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is effective as of February 25, 2026, at 3:16 AM AKST. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until the warning ends at 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, February 26, 2026.