Storm Warning Issued for Bering Sea Offshore Regions Through Monday Afternoon

Source: NOAA · Bering Sea Offshore

This alert is no longer in effect.

NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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The National Weather Service has issued a storm warning for the Bering Sea offshore waters, with winds expected to reach 50 knots and seas up to 22 feet.

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Record type
Storm Warning
Affected area
Bering Sea Offshore
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Anchorage

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 Bering Sea Offshore.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Storm Warning for the Bering Sea. The alert is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Monday, February 16, 2026, and remains in place until 5:00 PM AKST later that day.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic region:

  • Bering Sea Offshore: 171W to 180 and North of 56N (Zone PKZ412).

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected offshore areas are advised to avoid the region during the warning period. Ensure all vessels are properly secured and monitor further updates from the National Weather Service.

Expected Conditions

According to the Offshore Waters Forecast, the following conditions are anticipated:

  • Wind Speed: South winds of 25 to 40 knots are expected to become Southwest at 35 to 50 knots by the afternoon.
  • Sea Heights: Combined wind wave and swell heights are forecast to reach between 14 and 22 feet.
  • Precipitation: Rain is expected throughout the day, with a mix of snow and rain developing tonight.

Timeline

  • Onset: Monday, February 16, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKST.
  • Duration: The storm conditions are expected to persist through the afternoon.
  • Expiration: The warning is currently set to end at 5:00 PM AKST on Monday, February 16, 2026.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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The National Weather Service has issued a storm warning for the Bering Sea offshore waters, with winds expected to reach 50 knots and seas up to 22 feet.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Bering Sea Offshore. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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