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City of Whittier
Friday December 31st, 2021 :: 04:11 p.m. AKST

Community

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

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