Storm Warning Issued for Nikolski to Seguam Pacific Side; 50-Knot Winds and 30-Foot Seas Expected

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Aleutian Islands, Alaska

A Storm Warning is in effect for the Nikolski to Seguam Pacific Side coastal waters through early Wednesday morning, featuring dangerous winds and high seas.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage, AK, has issued a Storm Warning for the coastal waters of Southwest Alaska. This alert is effective from 5:00 PM AKST on Tuesday, February 10, until 5:00 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 11.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Pacific side from Nikolski to Seguam, extending out to 15 nautical miles (UGC: PKZ777).

What You Should Do

The National Weather Service recommends that individuals avoid the affected coastal waters during the warning period to ensure safety.

Expected Conditions

  • Tuesday Night: Southwest winds of 50 knots with seas reaching 30 feet. Widespread rain and snow showers are expected.
  • Wednesday: West winds of 40 knots with seas of 24 feet. Widespread snow and rain showers will continue.
  • Wednesday Night: West winds of 40 knots with seas of 22 feet.
  • Extended Outlook: Hazardous conditions are expected to persist through the week, with winds between 35 and 40 knots and seas ranging from 13 to 19 feet through Friday.

Timeline

  • Warning Onset: Tuesday, February 10, at 5:00 PM AKST
  • Warning Expiration: Wednesday, February 11, at 5:00 AM AKST