Storm Warning Issued for Gore Point to Marmot Island Coastal Waters
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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, with 50-knot winds and 18-foot seas expected through Friday afternoon.
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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
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK office. This alert is currently in effect and is scheduled to remain active until 5:00 PM AKST on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska, specifically the region from Gore Point to Marmot Island, extending from 15 to 80 nautical miles offshore (Zone PKZ733).
Expected Conditions
Mariners and residents in the affected maritime zone should prepare for the following conditions today:
- Wind: Northwest winds reaching speeds of 50 knots.
- Seas: Average wave heights of 18 feet.
- Additional Hazards: Freezing spray is expected throughout the day.
Conditions are expected to remain hazardous into the evening, with North winds of 45 knots diminishing to 35 knots after midnight and seas subsiding to 13 feet.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service advises that individuals should avoid the warning area. Mariners should seek safe harbor or remain in port until conditions improve. Freezing spray can lead to ice accumulation on vessels, creating additional safety risks.
Timeline
- Onset: 5:00 AM AKST, Friday, February 20
- Duration: The Storm Warning is effective until 5:00 PM AKST, Friday, February 20
- Outlook: Conditions are expected to gradually improve through Saturday, though North winds of 25 knots and 10-foot seas will persist into the weekend.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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