Storm Warning Issued for Marmot Island to Sitkinak Coastal Waters Through Saturday Morning

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. The warning is currently in effect and will remain active until early Saturday morning.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the coastal waters from Marmot Island to Sitkinak, specifically from 15 to 85 nautical miles (NM) out. This includes the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast and areas up to 100 NM out, including Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected coastal regions are advised to avoid the warning area. The hazardous conditions pose a significant risk to vessels. Ensure all maritime equipment is secured and monitor local weather updates for any changes in the forecast.

Expected Conditions

Dangerous maritime conditions are expected throughout the duration of the alert:

• Today: Northwest winds reaching 50 knots with seas up to 20 feet. Freezing spray is expected.
• Tonight: North winds at 50 knots with seas reaching 18 feet. Freezing spray will continue to be a hazard.
• Saturday: North winds will diminish to 35 knots with seas around 13 feet. North of Dangerous Cape, winds are expected to drop to 25 knots by the afternoon.

Timeline

The Storm Warning was issued at 4:33 AM AKST on February 20, 2026. It is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 AM AKST on Saturday, February 21, 2026.