Storm Warning Issued for Cape Thompson to Cape Beaufort Coastal Waters

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Fairbanks AK has issued a Storm Warning for the Arctic Alaska coastal waters. The warning is in effect from Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon.

Affected Areas

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

What You Should Do

The National Weather Service recommends that individuals avoid the affected coastal areas during the warning period. Mariners and residents in the area should take necessary precautions to avoid hazardous conditions at sea and along the coast.

Expected Conditions

Severe weather conditions are expected throughout the weekend in the Arctic Alaska Coastal Waters:

• Winds: South winds are forecast at 45 knots tonight, increasing to 50 knots on Saturday. Winds will remain high at 45 knots Saturday night before shifting to the southwest at 35 knots on Sunday.
• Visibility: Visibility is expected to be 1 nautical mile or less due to heavy snow and blowing snow.
• Precipitation: Snow and blowing snow are expected to persist from Friday night through Sunday.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is officially in effect starting Saturday, February 21, at 5:00 AM AKST. The warning is currently scheduled to expire on Saturday, February 21, at 5:00 PM AKST. Hazardous conditions including blowing snow and reduced visibility are expected to continue through Sunday morning.