Storm Warning Issued for Adak to Kiska Pacific Side Coastal Waters

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for the coastal waters. This alert is classified as a severe meteorological event requiring immediate attention for those in the affected maritime zones.

Affected Areas

The warning is specifically in effect for the Adak to Kiska Pacific Side (Zone PKZ785).

What You Should Do

Official guidance indicates that individuals should avoid the area. Mariners and those near coastal waters should take necessary precautions to secure vessels and property against high winds and significant wave heights.

Expected Conditions

According to the NWS forecast, the following conditions are expected:

• Thursday: East winds reaching 50 knots with seas as high as 24 feet. Rain and snow are expected.
• Tonight: East winds of 45 knots and seas of 20 feet with rain and snow.
• Extended Outlook: High winds between 35 and 45 knots and seas ranging from 10 to 24 feet are forecast to continue through Monday.

Timeline

• Issued: February 25, 2026, at 3:33 PM AKST
• Warning Onset: February 26, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKST
• Warning Expiration: February 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKST