Anchorage Borough, AK
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In effect from Tuesday 09/15 7:00 AM AKDT – Wednesday 09/16 12:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Anchorage AK
What
South to southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of up to 40 to 50 mph expected.
Where
Anchorage.
When
From 7 AM Tuesday to noon AKDT Wednesday.
Impacts
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result. Trees are still mostly green and fully leafed, causing them to be more vulnerable to damage from the strong winds.
Additional Details
A strong fall storm system moving into the western coast of Alaska will produce a prolonged period of strong and gusty winds across the Anchorage area. Winds will initially develop out of the southeast on Tuesday morning as strong winds along the Turnagain Arm bend into town. The strongest winds will be focused on the south and west side of town until winds turn out of the south and spread into the rest of the Anchorage Bowl Tuesday afternoon. Winds will then slowly diminish through Wednesday morning.
What to Do
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Areas Impacted
- Anchorage
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Kuskokwim Delta Advisories
Created by the NWS Anchorage WFO
‼ Coastal Flood Advisory and High Wind Advisory have been issued for Kuskokwim Delta including the coast and inland towards Bethel. A low pressure system approaching western Alaska will push strong southerly to westerly winds onshore for the Kuskokwim Delta today through Tuesday evening. Onshore wind gusts to 60 mph expected with water levels along the coast rising 1.5 to 4 feet above the normal highest tide line. Expect winds and water levels to diminish and recede by Wednesday morning. Stay tuned, check weather.gov/Anchorage #AKwx
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