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City of Whittier
Tuesday April 15th, 2025 :: 05:46 a.m. AKDT

Alert

High Wind Warning until 10:00PM Wednesday

* WHAT...East winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portage.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 10 PM AKDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Easterly winds are expected to increase after midnight early Wednesday morning with peak timing expected later Wednesday afternoon and evening. Although wind gusts are expected up to 80 mph, an isolated wind gust up to 90 mph will be possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: PORTAGE

Instructions:

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread power outages. Use caution if you must drive.

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:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
High Wind Warning

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