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High Wind Watch 1, NWS Anchorage, AK

January 16, 2021

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this high wind watch at Jan 16, 2021, 4:14 AM AKST. It took effect at Jan 18, 2021, 1:00 AM AKST. It was in force for .

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Issued: Jan 16, 2021, 4:14 AM AKST (13:14 UTC)
In effect from: Jan 18, 2021, 1:00 AM AKST
Expired: Jan 17, 2021, 4:55 AM AKST
In force
Issued by: NWS Anchorage, AK

The text

As transmitted.

988 
WWAK71 PAFC 161314
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
414 AM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

AKZ101-170200-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
414 AM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...75 mph gusts are most likely along
  Turnagain Arm Monday morning, but a few gusts are also possible
  along the higher elevations of the Anchorage Hillside.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ125-170200-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
414 AM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning.
  Heavy rain is also expected through Portage Valley and Eastern 
  Turnagain Arm in addition to the high winds. Gusty winds with 
  heavy snow and blowing snow are expected through Turnagain Pass.
  Travel along the Seward Highway could become very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ135-170200-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1200Z-210119T0200Z/
Southeast Prince William Sound-
Including the city of Cordova
414 AM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...East winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound, including the Cordova
  area.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning
  through early Monday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/afc

3 follow-up statements

823 
WWAK71 PAFC 170034
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
334 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

AKZ101-172200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
334 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...75 mph gusts are most likely along 
  Turnagain Arm Monday morning, but a few gusts are also 
  possible along the higher elevations of the Anchorage Hillside.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ125-172200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
334 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN
ARM...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...Peak winds are most likely Monday 
  morning. Heavy rain is also expected through Portage Valley 
  and Eastern Turnagain Arm in addition to the high winds. Gusty 
  winds with heavy snow and blowing snow are expected through 
  Turnagain Pass. Travel along the Seward Highway could become 
  very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ135-172200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1200Z-210119T0200Z/
Southeast Prince William Sound-
Including the city of Cordova
334 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...East winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound, including the Cordova 
  area.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning 
  through early Monday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/afc

984 
WWAK71 PAFC 170611
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
911 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

AKZ125-180200-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0001.210118T1200Z-210119T0300Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
911 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM AKST MONDAY FOR 
PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

* WHAT...East winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning
  through early afternoon. Heavy rain is also expected through 
  Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm in addition to the high
  winds. Gusty winds with heavy snow and blowing snow are 
  expected through Turnagain Pass. Travel along the Seward Highway
  could become very difficult

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ135-180200-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1200Z-210119T0200Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0001.210118T1400Z-210119T0300Z/
Southeast Prince William Sound-
Including the city of Cordova
911 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph  
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound, including the Cordova
  area.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 6 PM AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning
  through early Monday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ101-180200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
911 PM AKST Sat Jan 16 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR TURNAGAIN
ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From late Sunday night through Monday 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...75 mph gusts are most likely along 
  Turnagain Arm Monday morning, but a few gusts are also 
  possible along the higher elevations of the Anchorage Hillside.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/afc

947 
WWAK71 PAFC 171355
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
455 AM AKST Sun Jan 17 2021

AKZ101-180200-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0001.210118T1000Z-210119T0200Z/
/O.EXB.PAFC.HW.W.0001.210118T1400Z-210119T0200Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
455 AM AKST Sun Jan 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM AKST MONDAY FOR
TURNAGAIN ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...75 mph gusts are most likely along
  Turnagain Arm throughout the day on Monday. 75 mph gusts are
  less likely, but possible along the higher elevations of the
  Anchorage Hillside between 9am and 3pm.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ125-180200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.210118T1200Z-210119T0300Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
455 AM AKST Sun Jan 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM AKST
MONDAY FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

* WHAT...East winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning
  through early afternoon. Heavy rain is also expected through
  Portage Valley and Eastern Turnagain Arm in addition to the high
  winds. Gusty winds with heavy snow are expected through 
  Turnagain Pass. Travel along the Seward Highway could become 
  very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

AKZ135-180200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.210118T1400Z-210119T0300Z/
Southeast Prince William Sound-
Including the city of Cordova
455 AM AKST Sun Jan 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM AKST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Prince William Sound, including the Cordova 
  area.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 6 PM AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds are most likely Monday morning 
  through early Monday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/afc

The office that day

Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.

Issued	Product	Office	Lasted
Jan 15, 3:02 PM AKST	Brisk Wind Advisory	AFC	48 hr
Jan 15, 3:02 PM AKST	Gale Warning	AFC	4 days
Jan 15, 3:43 PM AKST	Gale Warning	AFC	12 hr
Jan 15, 3:43 PM AKST	Small Craft Advisory	AFC	36 hr
Jan 16, 3:46 AM AKST	Gale Warning	AFC	60 hr
Jan 16, 3:46 AM AKST	Heavy Freezing Spray Warning	AFC	5 days
Jan 16, 4:01 AM AKST	Gale Warning	AFC	3 days
Jan 16, 4:06 AM AKST	Gale Warning	AFC	3 hr
Jan 16, 4:06 AM AKST	Small Craft Advisory	AFC	24 hr
Jan 16, 6:48 AM AKST	Storm Warning	AFC	21 hr
Jan 16, 9:00 AM AKST	Winter Weather Advisory	AFC	4 hr
Jan 16, 1:04 PM AKST	Blizzard Warning	AFC	29 hr

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