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Gale Warning issued September 22 at 4:20AM AKDT until September 23 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK in Alaska

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 direction expected. Sea forecasts represent an average of the highest one-third of the combined wind wave and swell height. .TONIGHT...Variable wind 10 kt. Seas 7 ft. Patchy fog. .WED...W wind 20 kt increasing to 35 kt in t

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Gale Warning issued September 22 at 4:20AM AKDT until September 23 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK in Alaska
Official verified reporting via 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: Storm Warning
  • Severity: Severe | Urgency: Immediate | Certainty: Observed
  • Affected Areas: Kiska to Attu Bering Side
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T13:27:00-08:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-23T02:30:00-08:00
  • Caution advised for affected regions.

Executive Meteorological Briefing

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 direction expected. Sea forecasts represent an average of the highest one-third of the combined wind wave and swell height. .TONIGHT...Variable wind 10 kt. Seas 7 ft. Patchy fog. .WED...W wind 20 kt increasing to 35 kt in t

Hazard Analysis & Threat Level

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

Key Verified Meteorological Points

  • Event: Storm Warning
  • Severity: Severe | Urgency: Immediate | Certainty: Observed
  • Affected Areas: Kiska to Attu Bering Side
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T13:27:00-08:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-23T02:30:00-08:00
  • Caution advised for affected regions.: Caution advised for affected regions.
  • Geographic Scope & Affected Communities

  • Primary Impact Sector: Alaska
  • Regional Zone Footprint: Kiska to Attu Bering Side
  • 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, 05:27 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, 05:03 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...Atka and Adak. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 PM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris,
    Sep 22, 03:42 PM ET
    Update Verified
    Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Seas forecasts represent the av
    Sep 22, 03:41 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, east winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft. For the Gale Warning, east winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt
    Sep 22, 03:36 PM ET
    Update Verified
    Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Seas forecasts represent the av
    Sep 22, 08:22 AM 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, 08:20 AM ET
    Initial Primary Bulletin Recorded
    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 a

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What areas are included in this weather advisory?

    The primary region affected is Alaska (Bering Sea Offshore 171W to 180 and North of 56N), according to the National Weather Service.

    What is the severity of this storm warning?

    The National Weather Service (NOAA) has classified this event with a severity rating of MODERATE and an urgency status of EXPECTED.

    Where can residents verify real-time radar and safety directives?

    Direct bulletins and radar updates are available via local emergency management agencies and the official source at https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.69724cdb95cb0e15834e927677f0cd2bfb2a8703.003.1.

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