High Wind Warning Issued for Sitka, Prince of Wales Island, and Western Kupreanof and Kuiu Island
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The National Weather Service in Juneau has issued a High Wind Warning for Southeast Alaska, with gusts up to 65 mph expected Thursday.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Southeast Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Juneau AK
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southeast Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) Juneau AK has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of Southeast Alaska. The alert is effective for Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- City and Borough of Sitka
- Western Kupreanof and Kuiu Island
- Prince of Wales Island
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are urged to take immediate preparatory actions:
- Secure vessels and loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
- Prepare for potential power outages and property damage.
- Plan for difficult travel conditions across land, sea, and air.
- Report any damage to the National Weather Service by visiting weather.gov/Juneau/StormReports.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: South winds between 25 and 35 mph are expected.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts may reach up to 65 mph.
- Impacts: High winds are expected to blow around unsecured objects. Property damage and power outages are possible.
- Additional Details: NWS officials noted uncertainty regarding the exact track of the storm, which may impact final forecasted wind speeds.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is in effect from 3 AM AKST on Thursday, February 12, until 6 PM AKST on Thursday evening.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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