Storm Warning Issued for Cape Cleare to Gore Point Coastal Waters Through Friday Morning
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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 Northern Gulf of Alaska coast, forecasting 50-knot winds and freezing spray through early Friday.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast
- 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 Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.
Alert Details
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK. The alert is currently in effect and covers a period of significant maritime hazard through Friday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the coastal waters from Cape Cleare to Gore Point, extending out to 15 nautical miles. This area is part of the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast.
What You Should Do
Mariners and residents in the affected coastal regions are advised to avoid the area during the peak of the storm. The NWS recommends taking immediate precautions to secure vessels and equipment against high winds and freezing spray. Monitor local maritime radio for updates.
Expected Conditions
Conditions are expected to deteriorate significantly starting Thursday. Key hazards include:
- Wind Speed: Northwest winds increasing to 30 knots on Thursday, reaching 50 knots by Thursday night and continuing through Friday.
- Sea States: Average wave heights of 7 feet on Thursday, rising to 9 feet on Thursday night and Friday.
- Freezing Spray: Expected to develop on Thursday and persist through Thursday night.
Timeline
- Effective Period: The warning remains in effect until 5:00 AM AKST on Friday, February 20, 2026.
- Peak Intensity: The most severe conditions, including 50-knot winds, are forecast for Thursday night and Friday morning.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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