Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 5 at 8:51PM AKDT until October 8 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 5, 2026 - 9:51pm
Expires:
October 6, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible.
* WHERE...Atka and Adak.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ex-Typhoon Choi-Wan moves into the Bering,
bringing strong gusty southerly winds to the Adak and Atka region
from Wednesday afternoon to early Thursday morning. The strongest
wind gusts of up to 80 mph are expected late Wednesday evening with
winds gradually decreasing through Thursday morning.
Instruction:
A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location
prior to the onset of winds.
Area Description:
Atka and Adak
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov