Storm Warning Issued for Seguam to Adak Pacific Side Waters

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NWS Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for the Seguam to Adak Pacific Side waters, with winds reaching 50 knots and seas up to 25 feet expected today.

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Anchorage, AK. The alert is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on February 27, 2026, and is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM AKST the same day.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Seguam to Adak Pacific Side from 15 to 75 NM. This includes coastal waters for Southwest Alaska, Bristol Bay, the Alaska Peninsula Waters, and the Aleutian Islands up to 100 nm out.

What You Should Do

Authorities recommend that mariners and residents in the affected maritime zones avoid the area. Ensure all vessels are properly secured and monitor local weather updates for any changes in the storm’s trajectory or intensity.

Expected Conditions

For today, the NWS forecast indicates Northeast winds of 50 knots with seas reaching average heights of 25 feet. Precipitation in the form of rain and snow is expected. Conditions will remain hazardous through tonight and Saturday, with Northeast winds of 45 knots and seas of 21 feet.

Timeline

  • Onset: February 27, 2026, at 5:00 AM AKST
  • Duration: The Storm Warning is effective through 5:00 PM AKST today.
  • Extended Outlook: Hazardous conditions are expected to persist through the weekend, with winds gradually decreasing to 35 knots by Sunday and 25 knots by Monday.

Source: NOAA Official Notice