Storm Warning Issued for Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Juneau, AK, has issued a Storm Warning for the coastal waters of Southeast Alaska. The warning is effective as of February 11 at 4:00 AM AKST and remains in place until February 12 at 5:00 AM AKST.

Affected Areas

The primary area affected includes the Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision from 15 to 90 NM. The broader forecast area covers Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM.

What You Should Do

Residents and mariners are advised to avoid the warning area. The National Weather Service recommends taking necessary precautions before the onset of storm-force conditions.

Expected Conditions

Significant marine hazards are forecast for the region:

• Winds: South winds of 35 knots will increase to storm force at 50 knots late tonight. Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 65 knots late tonight and through Thursday morning.
• Seas: Wave heights are expected to build from 16 feet to 27 feet late tonight, peaking at 39 feet on Thursday.
• Precipitation: Rain is expected to continue through the duration of the event.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is currently in effect. Storm-force winds and peak sea heights are expected to develop late Wednesday night and continue into Thursday morning. Conditions are forecast to diminish to gale-force winds of 40 knots by Thursday afternoon, with the formal warning period ending at 5:00 AM AKST on Thursday, February 12.