High Wind Warning Issued for Northeast Kodiak Island with Gusts Up to 75 MPH

Alert Details

A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK. The warning is officially in effect from 9:00 PM AKST this evening through 5:00 AM AKST Friday, February 20.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert is limited to the northeast end of Kodiak Island.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected area are urged to take the following precautions:

• Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
• Prepare for the possibility of widespread power outages.
• Use extreme caution if you must drive, as travel could be difficult.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect northwest winds ranging from 30 to 50 mph, with gusts reaching as high as 75 mph. In addition to the wind, wind chill readings are expected to drop significantly, reaching between zero and 5 degrees above zero.

Timeline

Northwesterly winds are expected to strengthen throughout the day today, peaking late this evening and continuing through the overnight hours. The warning is set to expire at 5:00 AM AKST on Friday morning.