Storm Warning Issued for Adak to Kiska Bering Side with 50-Knot Winds and 22-Foot Seas

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for the Adak to Kiska Bering Side. This alert is classified as a severe event with immediate urgency, effective from Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the coastal waters of the Adak to Kiska Bering Side (Zone PKZ784).

What You Should Do

The NWS recommends that individuals avoid the affected area. Mariners should take necessary precautions to secure vessels or remain in port as hazardous conditions develop.

Expected Conditions

• Wind Speed: East winds are forecast to reach 50 knots on Thursday, with speeds of 40-45 knots persisting through Saturday.
• Sea Heights: Average heights of the highest one-third of waves are expected to reach 22 feet on Thursday and Thursday night.
• Precipitation: Mixed snow and rain are expected to accompany the high winds and heavy seas.

Timeline

• Warning Onset: Thursday, February 26, at 5:00 AM AKST.
• Warning Expiration: Thursday, February 26, at 5:00 PM AKST.
• Extended Outlook: Conditions will remain hazardous through the weekend. Northeast winds of 40-45 knots and seas up to 22 feet are expected Thursday night and Friday, with North winds of 35-40 knots and seas up to 21 feet continuing through Monday.