Storm Warning Issued for Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape Coastal Waters

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Juneau, AK. This alert is part of a progressive weather event that includes a Small Craft Advisory and a Gale Warning leading up to the storm conditions.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the coastal waters from Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape, extending out to 15 nautical miles.

What You Should Do

Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. Storm-force winds and hazardous seas are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels and significantly reducing visibility.

Expected Conditions

The weather event will progress through three distinct stages of intensity:

• Small Craft Advisory Period: South winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots. Seas are expected to reach 6 to 9 feet.
• Gale Warning Period: Northeast winds 30 to 40 knots with gusts up to 55 knots. Seas are expected to reach 9 to 14 feet.
• Storm Warning Period: Northeast winds 30 to 45 knots with gusts up to 60 knots. Seas are expected to reach 8 to 13 feet.

Timeline

• Small Craft Advisory: In effect from 6:00 PM Thursday to 3:00 AM AKST Friday.
• Gale Warning: In effect from 3:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon) AKST Friday.
• Storm Warning: In effect from 12:00 PM (noon) to 6:00 PM AKST Friday, February 20.