Storm Warning Issued for Barren Islands East; Winds Reaching 65 Knots Expected
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NWS Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for Barren Islands East, forecasting winds up to 65 knots and heavy freezing spray through Wednesday morning.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Anchorage AK
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning and a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Barren Islands East. The alert was issued on February 23 and remains in effect through the early morning of February 25.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic region impacted is the Barren Islands East (PKZ731), located within the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast. This area includes the waters up to 100 nm out from the coast.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service advises individuals to avoid the area. Mariners should take immediate precautions to protect life and property, as extreme wind and sea conditions are expected. Ensure all vessels are properly secured against high winds and heavy freezing spray.
Expected Conditions
Conditions are expected to deteriorate significantly starting Tuesday. On Tuesday night, northwest winds of 45 knots are forecast to increase to 55 knots after midnight, with seas reaching 16 feet and heavy freezing spray developing. By Wednesday, northwest winds are expected to peak at 65 knots with seas reaching 19 feet. Conditions will remain hazardous through Wednesday night with winds of 55 knots and 16-foot seas.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is specifically effective starting at 5:00 PM AKST on Tuesday, February 24, and is scheduled to end at 5:00 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 25. However, elevated winds and high seas are expected to persist through Friday before subsiding on Saturday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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