High Wind Watch until 06:00PM Sunday
* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE... North and West Anchorage and along the Knik Arm including parts of the Glenn Highway and Birchwood.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Eagle River, Peters Creek, Chugiak, and Eklutna will see gusty winds but the strongest winds are expected to stay to the north and east of these areas.
* AFFECTED AREAS: ANCHORAGE
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