High Wind Warning Issued for Petersburg Borough and City and Borough of Wrangell
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Southeast Alaska
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Petersburg and Wrangell, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and difficult travel on Thursday.
Alert Details
- Alert Type: High Wind Warning
- Issuing Agency: National Weather Service (NWS) Juneau AK
- Effective Period: From 11:43 AM AKST Wednesday, February 11, until 6:00 PM AKST Thursday, February 12.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically impacts the following regions in Alaska:
- Petersburg Borough
- City and Borough of Wrangell
What You Should Do
Residents and operators in the warning area are urged to take the following precautions:
- Secure vessels and any loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by high winds.
- Prepare for potential power outages and property damage.
- Exercise caution as travel by land, sea, or air will be difficult during this window.
- Report any wind-related damage to the National Weather Service by visiting weather.gov/Juneau/StormReports.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: Sustained south winds of 25 to 35 mph.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 60 mph.
- Impacts: High winds are likely to blow around unsecured objects, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel conditions are expected to be hazardous across all modes of transportation.
Timeline
- Onset: The period of highest concern begins at 3:00 AM AKST on Thursday, February 12.
- Duration: The warning remains in effect through 6:00 PM AKST Thursday evening.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Petersburg and Wrangell, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and difficult travel on Thursday.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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This alert affects Southeast Alaska. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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