< Alaska High Wind Watch | Effective 04/24/2026 05:55

Alaska High Wind Watch | Effective 04/24/2026 05:55

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued April 24 at 12:55PM UTC until April 27 at 12:00AM UTC by NWS Anchorage AK
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
April 24, 2026 - 5:55am
Expires: 
April 24, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...South to southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 70 to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...Nikolski and Unalaska. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest forecast wind speed will depend on the track of a low in the Bering Sea, which is uncertain at this time. If the low tracks further east, gusts as high as 70-80 mph are possible. If the low tracks further west, gusts will likely be lower, especially for Unalaska.
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: 
Unalaska and Nikolski
Forcast Office: 
NWS Anchorage AK