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A-South
Wednesday October 20th, 2021 :: 01:54 p.m. AKDT

Community

High Wind Watch until 01:00PM Friday

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Hydaburg, Craig, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla.

* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Exact track and timing of the system remains uncertain, but the highest winds are expected around dawn on Friday morning.

* AFFECTED AREAS: DIXON ENTRANCE TO CAPE DECISION COASTAL AREA ... SOUTHERN INNER CHANNELS

Instructions:

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.

Address/Location
A-South
7366 N Tongass Hwy
Ketchikan, AK 99901

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-225-5118

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Possible (p <= ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
High Wind Watch

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