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King Cove Department of Public Safety
Thursday October 31st, 2024 :: 05:06 a.m. AKDT

Alert

High Wind Watch until 01:00PM Friday

* WHAT...Southeasterly winds 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...Alaska Peninsula, especially Cold Bay.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A front will bring strong winds and moderate to heavy rain from late tonight through Friday. Favorable terrain gaps along the Alaska Peninsula could help enhance these southeasterly winds (especially at Cold Bay) and produce gusts of 75 mph or greater.

* AFFECTED AREAS: ALASKA PENINSULA

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
King Cove Department of Public Safety
289 Ram's Creek Rd
King Cove, AK 99612

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-497-2210

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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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