Storm Warning Issued for Saint Matthew Island Waters with 50-Knot Winds and Heavy Freezing Spray

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Anchorage AK. The alert is currently in effect and remains active until 5:00 AM AKST on Wednesday, February 11. Additionally, a Heavy Freezing Spray Warning is in effect through Wednesday night.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the Saint Matthew Island Waters (PKZ767) in the coastal waters of Southwest Alaska.

What You Should Do

Residents and mariners in the affected area are advised to avoid the Saint Matthew Island Waters during the warning period. The NWS recommends immediate response to avoid hazardous conditions at sea.

Expected Conditions

Severe maritime conditions are expected through the duration of the alert:

• Wind Speeds: Northeast winds reaching 50 knots west of Saint Matthew Island and East winds of 40 knots east of the island.
• Seas: Wave heights reaching 22 feet in ice-free waters.
• Precipitation: Snow showers are expected.
• Additional Hazards: Heavy freezing spray is forecast to persist through Wednesday night.

Conditions on Wednesday are expected to remain hazardous with North winds up to 45 knots and seas up to 20 feet.

Timeline

• Effective Time: 2:25 PM AKST, Tuesday, February 10
• Onset of Storm Conditions: 5:00 PM AKST, Tuesday, February 10
• Warning Expiration: 5:00 AM AKST, Wednesday, February 11
• Extended Outlook: Heavy freezing spray is expected to continue through Wednesday night, with winds gradually decreasing to 30 knots by Thursday.