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High Wind Watch 9, NWS Anchorage, AK

October 27, 2021

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this high wind watch at Oct 27, 2021, 5:08 AM AKDT. It took effect at Oct 29, 2021, 10:00 PM AKDT. It was in force for .

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Issued
Oct 27, 2021, 5:08 AM AKDT (13:08 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 29, 2021, 10:00 PM AKDT
Expired
Oct 28, 2021, 10:48 AM AKDT
In force
Issued by
NWS Anchorage, AK

The text

As transmitted.

787 
WWAK71 PAFC 271308
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
508 AM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

AKZ101-280100-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
508 AM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

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

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain is also likely along with the high
  winds, making for difficult travel along the Seward Highway.
  There is significant uncertainty as to how far down in elevation
  the stronger winds will get into Anchorage.

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.

$$

AKZ125-280100-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
508 AM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

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

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

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy rain is expected along with the high
  winds during this time. This will make for hazardous travel
  conditions along the Seward Highway through Portage Valley,
  particularly for high profile vehicles.

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
097 
WWAK71 PAFC 272330
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
Issued by National Weather Service Juneau AK
330 PM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

AKZ101-281300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
330 PM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

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

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain is also likely along with the high
  winds, making for difficult travel along the Seward Highway.
  There is significant uncertainty as to how far down in elevation
  the stronger winds will get into Anchorage.

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..

&&

$$

AKZ125-281300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
330 PM AKDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

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

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

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy rain is expected along with the high
  winds during this time. This will make for hazardous travel
  conditions along the Seward Highway through Portage Valley,
  particularly for high profile vehicles.

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
505 
WWAK71 PAFC 281212
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
Issued by National Weather Service Juneau AK
412 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

AKZ101-290100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
412 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND
HIGHER ELEVATIONS...

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

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Higher Elevations.

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain is also likely along with the high 
  winds, making for difficult travel along the Seward Highway. 
  There is significant uncertainty as to how far down in 
  elevation the stronger winds will get into Anchorage.

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..

&&

$$

AKZ125-290100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
412 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING FOR PORTAGE VALLEY AND
EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM...

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

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

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy rain is expected along with the 
  high winds during this time. This will make for hazardous 
  travel conditions along the Seward Highway through Portage 
  Valley, particularly for high profile vehicles.

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
389 
WWAK71 PAFC 281848
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1048 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

AKZ101-291300-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0011.211030T0900Z-211031T0900Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
1048 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM AKDT
SUNDAY FOR TURNAGAIN ARM AND THE UPPER HILLSIDE...

* WHAT...East winds 50 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Turnagain Arm and Upper Hillside.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM AKDT Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southeasterly winds will increase Friday
  night, peaking Saturday morning and afternoon. Winds are
  expected to remain elevated through Saturday evening before
  diminishing late Saturday night into early Sunday morning.
  Strongest gusts will be at higher elevations. Anchorage Bowl
  will see southeasterly winds 25-35 mph with gusts to 45 mph.
 

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.

&&

$$

AKZ125-291300-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0009.211030T0600Z-211031T1500Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0011.211030T0900Z-211031T0900Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
1048 AM AKDT Thu Oct 28 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM AKDT
SUNDAY FOR EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM AND PORTAGE VALLEY...

* WHAT...East winds 50 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM AKDT Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southeasterly winds will increase Friday
  night, peaking Saturday morning and afternoon. Winds are
  expected to remain elevated through Saturday evening before 
  diminishing late Saturday night into early Sunday morning. 

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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 26, 4:05 PM AKDTGale WarningAFC4 days
Oct 26, 4:05 PM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC12 hr
Oct 26, 4:05 PM AKDTStorm WarningAFC12 hr
Oct 27, 4:13 AM AKDTGale WarningAFC71 hr
Oct 27, 4:13 AM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC25 hr
Oct 27, 4:20 AM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC60 hr
Oct 27, 3:29 PM AKDTGale WarningAFC13 hr
Oct 27, 3:29 PM AKDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC13 hr

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