Storm Warning Issued for Gravel Point to Cape Cleare Coastal Waters Through Friday
NWS Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast, forecasting 50-knot winds and seas up to 18 feet effective Friday, March 6.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Anchorage AK has issued a Storm Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast. The alert was issued on March 5 and is set to take effect on Friday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the coastal waters from Gravel Point to Cape Cleare out to 15 NM. This region includes the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast up to 100 nm out, including Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.
What You Should Do
According to the National Weather Service, the recommended response is to avoid the affected areas. Mariners should seek safe harbor and ensure vessels are properly secured before the onset of storm conditions.
Expected Conditions
Significant hazardous weather is forecast for the region:
- Friday: East winds increasing to 50 knots with seas building to 18 feet. Rain is expected.
- Friday Night: Southwest winds of 40 knots with seas peaking at 21 feet.
- Saturday: Southwest winds of 30 knots with seas remaining high at 18 feet.
- Lead-up Conditions (Today/Tonight): Northeast to East winds between 25-30 knots with seas of 7-8 feet and a mix of rain and snow.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026, though hazardous sea conditions are expected to persist through Saturday.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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