Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Shelikof Strait Through Tuesday
NWS Anchorage has issued a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning for Shelikof Strait, warning of extreme ice accumulation on vessels through Tuesday afternoon.
Alert Details
A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK. The alert is effective immediately and remains in place through late Tuesday afternoon.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Shelikof Strait (PKZ738) in the Northern Gulf of Alaska coastal waters.
What You Should Do
Operating in these conditions is hazardous. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners avoid the area. Extreme freezing spray can rapidly accumulate on vessels, potentially impacting stability and safety.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: Northwest winds are expected to reach 40 to 45 knots today and tonight, decreasing slightly to 40 knots on Tuesday.
- Sea State: Sea heights are forecast to reach 11 feet today and tonight, subsiding to 9 feet on Tuesday.
- Accumulation: Extreme freezing spray is expected at a rate of 4 cm per hour or greater through tonight. Heavy freezing spray will continue into Tuesday.
Timeline
The warning is in effect through 5:00 PM AKDT on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Conditions are expected to begin improving Tuesday night as winds decrease to 30 knots and seas subside to 7 feet.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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