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Gale Warning issued September 22 at 3:00AM EDT until September 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC in North Carolina

Offshore Waters Forecast for the Bering Sea Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent an average of the highest one-third of the combined wind wave and swell height. .TONIGHT...SE wind 25 kt. Seas 5 to 8 ft. Patchy fog. .WED...SE wind 25 to 40 kt. Seas 8 to 13 ft. Rain. .WED NIGHT...SW wind 25 to 40 kt. Seas 10 to 18 ft. Rain. .THU...SW wind 30 to

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Gale Warning issued September 22 at 3:00AM EDT until September 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC in North Carolina
Official notice from National Weather Service (NOAA)
Quick Answer & Executive Summary

Official alerts issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) confirm active weather hazards affecting Alaska. Residents and travelers in the designated zone should heed safety warnings and monitor local radar.

Official alerts issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) confirm active weather hazards affecting Alaska. Residents and travelers in the designated zone should heed safety warnings and monitor local radar.

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Key Verified Points

  • Event: Gale Warning
  • Severity: Moderate | Urgency: Expected | Certainty: Likely
  • Affected Areas: Bering Sea Offshore 171W to 180 and South of 56N
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T13:26:00-08:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-23T04:30:00-08:00
  • Caution advised for affected regions.

Executive Meteorological Briefing

Offshore Waters Forecast for the Bering Sea Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent an average of the highest one-third of the combined wind wave and swell height. .TONIGHT...SE wind 25 kt. Seas 5 to 8 ft. Patchy fog. .WED...SE wind 25 to 40 kt. Seas 8 to 13 ft. Rain. .WED NIGHT...SW wind 25 to 40 kt. Seas 10 to 18 ft. Rain. .THU...SW wind 30 to

Hazard Analysis & Threat Level

The National Weather Service (NOAA) has designated this event with a severity rating of MODERATE and an urgency classification of EXPECTED. Meteorological observation stations across Alaska are tracking atmospheric volatility and issuing real-time safety advisories.

Key Verified Meteorological Points

  • Event: Gale Warning
  • Severity: Moderate | Urgency: Expected | Certainty: Likely
  • Affected Areas: Bering Sea Offshore 171W to 180 and South of 56N
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T13:26:00-08:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-23T04:30:00-08:00
  • Caution advised for affected regions.: Caution advised for affected regions.
  • Geographic Scope & Affected Communities

  • Primary Impact Sector: Alaska
  • Regional Zone Footprint: Bering Sea Offshore 171W to 180 and South of 56N
  • State Jurisdiction: AK (United States)
  • Essential Public Safety Directives

  • Monitor Official Broadcasts: Keep battery-powered NOAA weather radios or official emergency notification applications active.
  • Secure Vulnerable Assets: Fasten loose outdoor objects and avoid non-essential highway travel in affected sectors.
  • Obey Local Officials: Follow instructions issued by municipal emergency management agencies and local first responders.
  • Primary Provenance & Real-Time Updates

    All meteorological information in this report originates directly from the National Weather Service (NOAA). USA NOW will continue automated synchronization as updated radar passes and bulletins are logged.

    Event Timeline & Developments

    Sep 22, 05:36 PM ET
    Update Verified
    Offshore Waters Forecast for the Bering Sea Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent an average of the highest one-third of the
    Sep 22, 05:29 PM ET
    Update Verified
    Coastal Waters Forecast for Southwest Alaska+Bristol Bay+The Alaska Peninsula Waters and the Aleutian Islands up to 100 nm out. Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and dir
    Sep 22, 04:46 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the first Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves peaking at 10 to 15 feet expected in the surf zone. For the
    Sep 22, 04:44 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above grou
    Sep 22, 04:43 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWAKQ The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Bertie County in northeastern North Carolina... Chowan County in northeastern North Carol
    Sep 22, 03:46 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, east winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 4
    Sep 22, 03:07 PM ET
    Update Verified
    ...The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Ohio... Hocking River at Athens affecting Athens County. For the Hocking River.
    Sep 22, 03:04 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one
    Sep 22, 03:03 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersbur
    Sep 22, 03:02 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warn
    Sep 22, 03:01 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement,a high risk of rip currents is expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-ly
    Sep 22, 03:00 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warn
    Sep 22, 02:59 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 13 feet expected in the surf zone. For the
    Sep 22, 02:58 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood
    Sep 22, 06:01 AM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWFFC The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Gilmer County in north central Georgia... Northeastern Gordon County in
    Sep 22, 05:47 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35
    Sep 22, 05:39 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 11 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gus
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. * WHERE...Waters from Sandy Hook NJ to Montauk Point NY from 20 to 60 nm. * WHEN...From
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and rough waters. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Waters from Sandy Hook NJ to Manasquan Inlet NJ from 20 to 40 NM, Waters from M
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and rough waters. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt
    Sep 22, 03:00 AM ET
    Initial Bulletin Recorded
    * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters expected. * WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the Alligator River. * WHEN...From

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What areas are affected by this weather announcement?

    The primary region affected is North Carolina (Alligator River; Albemarle Sound; Croatan and Roanoke Sounds).

    Who is the official issuing source?

    This information was officially issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) on 9/22/2026.

    What should affected Americans do right now?

    Review the recommended guidance above, verify direct notices at https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.7fa8dde9ec9421c085fc3fb489744b086adfea50.001.2, and check with local emergency services or transport providers where applicable.

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