Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 20 at 3:07PM AKDT until October 26 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 20, 2026 - 4:07pm
Expires:
October 21, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Significant coastal flooding possible. Water levels 4 to
8 feet above the normal high tide line possible.
* WHERE...Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Low lying property including homes, businesses, and
some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline
erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south to southeast winds increase
Friday morning with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Area Description:
Southern Seward Peninsula Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov