Storm Warning Issued for Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast: Winds Up to 50 Knots Expected

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK. The alert is currently in effect and remains active until 5:00 AM AKST on Friday, February 20, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, specifically the region from Cape Cleare to Gore Point from 15 to 75 NM out. This includes the maritime areas up to 100 nm out from Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.

What You Should Do

According to the National Weather Service, the recommended response is to avoid the area. Mariners should take necessary precautions to secure vessels and avoid travel through the affected zones during the peak of the storm.

Expected Conditions

Conditions are expected to deteriorate significantly over the next 48 hours:

• Thursday Afternoon: Northwest winds increasing from 30 knots to 40 knots. Seas reaching 13 feet.
• Thursday Night: Northwest winds peaking at 50 knots. Seas reaching 16 feet. Freezing spray is expected.
• Friday: North winds at 45 knots with seas of 12 feet.
• Friday Night: North winds decreasing to 30 knots with seas of 10 feet.

Timeline

• Effective Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 3:21 PM AKST
• Storm Warning Onset: Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKST
• Expiration: Friday, February 20, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKST

Conditions are expected to gradually improve through the weekend, with winds dropping to 15 knots by Sunday.