Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Cape Tolstoi to Cape Sarichef Coastal Waters
The National Weather Service has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for the Alaska Peninsula waters, effective Sunday night through early Monday morning.
Alert Details
A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. The alert is classified as severe and is expected to impact maritime operations in the region starting Sunday evening.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the coastal waters from Cape Tolstoi to Cape Sarichef out to 15 NM (Zone PKZ754). This area is part of the Southwest Alaska and Alaska Peninsula waters.
What You Should Do
Residents and mariners in the affected area are advised to avoid travel through these waters during the warning period. Heavy freezing spray can lead to significant ice accumulation on vessels, which may compromise stability and safety. Mariners should monitor the Coastal Waters Forecast for further updates.
Expected Conditions
Forecasted conditions for the warning period include:
- Winds: North winds at approximately 35 knots.
- Seas: Wave heights averaging 4 feet.
- Hazard: Heavy freezing spray is expected to develop as temperatures and wind speeds align.
- Additional Hazards: A Gale Warning is also in effect for Sunday night as wind speeds reach 35 knots.
Timeline
- Alert Issued: Saturday, March 14, at 4:34 PM AKDT
- Warning Onset: Sunday, March 15, at 5:00 PM AKDT
- Warning Expiration: Monday, March 16, at 5:00 AM AKDT
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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