Storm Warning Issued for Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast Through Friday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Anchorage, Alaska, has issued a Storm Warning for the Northern Gulf of Alaska. This alert is classified as a severe meteorological event with immediate urgency, indicating that hazardous conditions are observed or imminent.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the coastal waters from Cape Suckling to Cape Cleare, extending from 15 to 75 nautical miles offshore. This includes the Northern Gulf of Alaska Coast and regions up to 100 nautical miles out, encompassing areas near Kodiak Island and Cook Inlet.

What You Should Do

Mariners and residents in the affected regions are advised to avoid the area during the warning period. The National Weather Service recommends avoiding travel or maritime operations within the specified zones due to dangerous wind and sea conditions.

Expected Conditions

Significant maritime hazards are forecast for the region:

• Friday: Southeast winds are expected to reach 50 knots before becoming South at 40 knots in the afternoon. Seas are forecast to build to 16 feet with accompanying rain.
• Friday Night: Southwest winds of 40 knots are expected, with sea heights peaking at 24 feet.
• Saturday: Conditions will remain hazardous with Southwest winds of 30 knots and seas reaching 19 feet.
• Sunday/Monday: Winds are expected to decrease to 20-25 knots with seas gradually subsiding from 13 feet to 8 feet.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM AKST on Friday, March 6, 2026.