Storm Warning Issued for Kiska to Attu Pacific Side as Winds Reach 50 Knots
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NWS Anchorage has issued a Storm Warning for the Aleutian Islands region from Kiska to Attu, with 50-knot winds and 20-foot seas expected Thursday.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Aleutian Islands, Alaska
- 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 Aleutian Islands, Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Storm Warning for the coastal waters of Southwest Alaska. This alert is classified as a severe meteorological event requiring immediate attention from those in the affected maritime zones.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Kiska to Attu Pacific Side, extending into the Alaska Peninsula waters and the Aleutian Islands up to 100 nautical miles out. This includes the geographic zone PKZ787.
What You Should Do
Mariners and residents in the affected coastal areas are advised to avoid the region. The NWS recommends taking immediate precautions to protect life and property. Vessels should remain in port or seek sheltered waters until the storm passes and conditions stabilize.
Expected Conditions
Dangerous maritime conditions are forecast for the region:
- Wind Speed: East winds of 40 knots are expected to increase to Southeast winds of 50 knots by Thursday afternoon.
- Sea Heights: Average wave heights will build from 12 feet to 20 feet during the afternoon hours.
- Precipitation: Rain is expected throughout the duration of the warning.
- Extended Outlook: Hazardous conditions will persist into Friday, with South winds of 40 knots and seas building further to 22 feet.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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