High Wind Watch until 07:00AM Sunday
* WHAT...East winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm.
* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy rain is expected along with the high winds during this time. This will make for hazardous travel conditions along the Seward Highway through Portage Valley, particularly for high profile vehicles.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WESTERN PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND
Instructions:
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.
Address/Location
City of Whittier
PO Box 608
Whittier, AK 99693
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-472-2340
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