Storm Warning Issued for Seguam to Adak Pacific Side

Source: NOAA · Aleutian Islands Region

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A Storm Warning has been issued by NWS Anchorage AK for the Seguam to Adak Pacific Side from 15 to 75 NM, with strong winds and high seas expected starting April 17.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 6, 2026 and geographically references Aleutian Islands Region. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. It is an NWS alert type with severity classified as Severe and event code SRW.

Affected Areas

The warning affects the Seguam to Adak Pacific Side from 15 to 75 NM, as indicated by the forecast zone PKZ783.

What You Should Do

The response directive is to Avoid the affected areas due to the immediate hazards.

Expected Conditions

Conditions include: Tonight, west wind 20 kt and seas 9 ft with rain; Friday, south wind 50 kt and seas building to 20 ft with rain; Friday night, south wind 45 kt and seas 25 ft; Saturday, southwest wind 35 kt and seas 23 ft; Saturday night, west wind 40 kt and seas 18 ft; Sunday, west wind 40 kt and seas 19 ft; Monday, north wind 30 kt and seas 9 ft; Tuesday, east wind 40 kt and seas 20 ft. These forecasts reflect predominant wind speeds and directions, with sea forecasts representing an average of the highest one-third of combined wind wave and swell height.

Timeline

The alert is effective from April 16, 2026, at 3:57 PM AKDT, with onset on April 17, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKDT. It expires on April 17, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKDT and ends on April 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM AKDT.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
A Storm Warning has been issued by NWS Anchorage AK for the Seguam to Adak Pacific Side from 15 to 75 NM, with strong winds and high seas expected starting April 17.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Aleutian Islands Region. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.