Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 5 at 8:51PM AKDT until October 8 at 12:00PM 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 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.
* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.
* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday morning.
* 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 south-southeast winds to the Pribilof Islands
from late Wednesday night morning to late Thursday morning. The
strongest wind gusts of up to 75 mph are expected between 4 AM to 8
AM Thursday with winds gradually decreasing through late 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:
Pribilof Islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov