Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 5 at 8:51PM AKDT until October 8 at 10:00AM 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...Southwest winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 90 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Shemya and Attu Islands.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning 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 southwest winds to the Shemya region from
Wednesday morning to Thursday morning. The strongest wind gusts of
up to 90 mph are expected Wednesday afternoon 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:
Shemya and Attu Islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov