Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 6 at 1:04PM AKDT until October 8 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 6, 2026 - 2:04pm
Expires:
October 7, 2026 - 7:30am
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...Strong gusty south-southeast winds to the Pribilof Islands from late Wednesday night morning to late Thursday morning. The strongest winds will be Thursday morning. There is uncertainty in the strength of the front as it arrives, which will determine maximum wind speed.
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