Storm Warning Issued for Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast Near Cape Suckling to Cape Cleare
The National Weather Service has issued a storm warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska, with winds reaching 50 knots and seas up to 16 feet expected Friday.
Alert Details
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. The alert is effective starting Friday morning, March 6, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the coastal waters of the Northern Gulf of Alaska, specifically from Cape Suckling to Cape Cleare, extending from 15 to 75 nautical miles offshore.
What You Should Do
According to the National Weather Service, individuals should avoid the affected marine areas during the warning period. Mariners should take necessary precautions to secure vessels and monitor subsequent forecasts.
Expected Conditions
For Friday, the forecast predicts southeast winds of 50 knots, becoming south at 40 knots in the afternoon. Seas are expected to reach 16 feet with rain. Conditions are projected to intensify Friday night with southwest winds of 40 knots and seas rising to 24 feet. On Saturday, southwest winds of 30 knots and seas of 19 feet are anticipated.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective from 5:00 AM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026, until 5:00 PM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026. Hazardous conditions are expected to persist into the weekend, with seas remaining as high as 13 feet through Sunday.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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