Severe High Wind Watch | Effective 10/18/2026 21:47

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued October 18 at 8:47PM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
October 18, 2026 - 9:47pm
Expires: 
October 19, 2026 - 10:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...High winds could blow around unsecured objects and damage property. Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will quickly increase overnight Monday into Tuesday morning, with the strongest gusts peaking through midday. Winds will begin to decrease through Wednesday afternoon.
Instruction: 
Winds this strong can make travel difficult. Use extra caution. Ensure boats and vessels are secure.
Area Description: 
Municipality of Skagway
Forcast Office: 
NWS Juneau AK
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov