Storm Warning Issued for Adak to Kiska Bering Side; Winds Up to 50 Knots Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Storm Warning for the Adak to Kiska Bering Side. The alert was issued on February 25 at 3:30 AM AKST and remains in effect until February 26 at 5:00 PM AKST.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Adak to Kiska Bering Side (PKZ784) within the Aleutian Islands, extending up to 100 nautical miles out.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected coastal areas are advised to avoid the warning zone. The NWS recommends taking necessary precautions to protect life and property before the onset of the most severe conditions.

Expected Conditions

Conditions are expected to deteriorate significantly through the week:

• Winds: East winds will increase from 30 knots to 40 knots today, peaking at 50 knots on Thursday. Winds will shift to the Northeast at 45 knots Thursday night and North at 45 knots by Saturday.
• Seas: Wave heights will build from 14 feet today to 20 feet tonight, reaching a peak of 22 feet on Thursday and Thursday night. Seas are expected to remain above 20 feet through Saturday.
• Precipitation: A mix of snow and rain is expected today and tonight, transitioning to primarily snow on Thursday.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is currently active. The most severe conditions, including 50-knot winds and 22-foot seas, are expected to begin Thursday morning, February 26, at 5:00 AM AKST. The warning is scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, February 26.