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...Southwest winds 45 to 65 mph, with gusts up to 70 to 80 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Adak and Atka.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong easterly winds move in Saturday
morning, but the highest winds and worst conditions will begin
when winds turn southerly Saturday afternoon. There may be a
period of weaker winds Saturday night as the storm center moves
through, but another round of westerly high winds is expected on
Sunday morning before the storm moves out of the area.
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:
Atka and Adak
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK