Storm Warning Issued for Western Long Island Sound: Winds Up to 50 Knots Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Storm Warning for Western Long Island Sound, effective from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon, featuring dangerous winds and heavy seas.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Western Long Island Sound
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Upton NY
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 Western Long Island Sound.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Upton, NY, has issued a Storm Warning for the Western Long Island Sound. This alert is in effect starting at 7:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22, and is scheduled to remain active until 1:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Long Island Sound west of New Haven, Connecticut, and Port Jefferson, New York.
Expected Conditions
Mariners should prepare for severe maritime conditions. Northeast winds are expected to reach speeds of 30 to 40 knots, with gusts potentially hitting 50 knots. Sea heights are forecasted to range between 4 and 7 feet. These conditions are likely to cause reduced visibility across the affected waters.
What You Should Do
The NWS advises that mariners should remain in port. Those already at sea should alter course or take immediate steps to secure their vessels for severe conditions. Storm-force winds and hazardous seas pose a significant risk of capsizing or damaging vessels.
Timeline
- Onset: 7:00 PM EST, Sunday, February 22
- Expiration: 1:00 PM EST, Monday, February 23
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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