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High Wind Warning 15, NWS Juneau, AK

October 21, 2021

NWS Juneau, AK issued this high wind warning at Oct 21, 2021, 5:38 AM AKDT. It took effect at Oct 22, 2021, 12:00 AM AKDT. It was in force for 12 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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Issued: Oct 21, 2021, 5:38 AM AKDT (13:38 UTC)
In effect from: Oct 22, 2021, 12:00 AM AKDT
Expired: Oct 22, 2021, 11:59 AM AKDT
In force: 12 hr
Issued by: NWS Juneau, AK

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011 
WWAK77 PAJK 211338
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
538 AM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

AKZ027-028-220100-
/O.UPG.PAJK.HW.A.0007.211022T0900Z-211022T2100Z/
/O.NEW.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T0800Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
538 AM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON AKDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to around 60 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Gulf coast and portions of the Southern Inner
  Channels, including Metlakatla, Ketchikan, Hydaburg, Craig, 
  Klawock, Thorne Bay, and Edna Bay.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will likely occur around
  daybreak as the approaching low will be passing nearest to the 
  area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ023-026-220100-
/O.NEW.PAJK.HW.A.0008.211022T1300Z-211023T0100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
538 AM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Portions of the Eastern Gulf Coast and Central Inner 
  Channels, including Port Protection, Point Baker, Coffman Cove, 
  Port Alexander, Sitka, Wrangell, and Kake.

* WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest chances for high winds occur
  around 6AM to noon as the approaching low passes by the area 
  just off the coast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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
https://weather.gov/ajk

6 follow-up statements

485 
WWAK77 PAJK 212334
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
334 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

AKZ023-026-220745-
/O.UPG.PAJK.HW.A.0008.211022T1300Z-211023T0100Z/
/O.EXB.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T1500Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
334 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area and Inner
  Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island, including
  Coffman Cove, Point Baker, Point Alexander and possibly Sitka.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 1 PM AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power
  outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will likely occur around
  early to mid morning as the approaching low will be passing 
  nearest to the area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ027-028-220745-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T0800Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
334 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area and
  Southern Inner Channels, including Metlakatla, Ketchikan, 
  Hydaburg, Craig, Klawock, Thorne Bay, and Edna Bay.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power
  outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will likely occur around 
  daybreak as the approaching low will be passing nearest to the 
  area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

374 
WWAK77 PAJK 220646
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
1046 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

AKZ027-028-221500-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T0800Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
1046 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area and 
  Southern Inner Channels, including Metlakatla, Ketchikan, 
  Hydaburg, Craig, Klawock, Thorne Bay, and Edna Bay.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will likely occur around 
  daybreak as the approaching low will be passing nearest to the 
  area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ023-026-221500-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T1500Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
1046 PM AKDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM AKDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area and Inner
  Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island, including
  Coffman Cove, Point Baker, Port Alexander, and possibly Sitka.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 1 PM AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will likely occur around 
  early to mid morning as the approaching low will be passing 
  nearest to the area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

130 
WWAK77 PAJK 221350
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
550 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

AKZ027-028-222000-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
550 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...The Southeast Gulf Coast and portions of the southern
  Inner Channels including Ketchikan, Craig, Metlakatla, Thorne
  Bay, Hydaburg, Craig, Edna Bay, Saxman, and Myers Chuck.

* WHEN...Until noon AKDT today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds should occur through 8 AM with a
  gradual easing through midday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ023-026-222000-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T1500Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
550 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of the eastern Gulf Coast and the Central Inner
  Channels including Coffman Cove, Point Baker, Port Protection, 
  Port Alexander, and possibly Sitka

* WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds should occur through mid-
  morning with easing into early afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

495 
WWAK77 PAJK 221412
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
612 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

AKZ023-026-221800-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.211022T1500Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
612 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of the eastern Gulf Coast and the Central 
  Inner Channels including Coffman Cove, Point Baker, Port 
  Protection, Port Alexander, and possibly Sitka.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds should occur through mid- 
  morning with easing into early afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ027-028-221800-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
612 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...The Southeast Gulf Coast and portions of the southern 
  Inner Channels including Ketchikan, Craig, Metlakatla, Thorne 
  Bay, Hydaburg, Craig, Edna Bay, Saxman, and Myers Chuck.

* WHEN...Until noon AKDT today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds should occur through 8 AM with 
  a gradual easing through midday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ025-221800-
/O.NEW.PAJK.FG.Y.0026.211022T1412Z-211022T1800Z/
Juneau Borough and Northern Admiralty Island-
Including the city of Juneau
612 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

* WHERE...Juneau.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
  Watch for pedestrians crossing streets.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Fog should dissipate as winds begin to rise
  mid-morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

060 
WWAK77 PAJK 221610
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
810 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

AKZ025-221715-
/O.CAN.PAJK.FG.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-211022T1800Z/
Juneau Borough and Northern Admiralty Island-
Including the city of Juneau
810 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Fog has begun to dissipate as winds have increased. Please
continue to use caution when driving in areas of reduced 
visibilities.

$$

AKZ023-026-222100-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
810 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM AKDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of the eastern Gulf Coast and the Central 
  Inner Channels including Coffman Cove, Point Baker, Port 
  Protection, Port Alexander, and possibly Sitka.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds should occur through mid- 
  morning with easing into early afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ027-028-222000-
/O.CON.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
810 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...The Southeast Gulf Coast and portions of the southern 
  Inner Channels including Ketchikan, Craig, Metlakatla, Thorne 
  Bay, Hydaburg, Craig, Edna Bay, Saxman, and Myers Chuck.

* WHEN...Until noon AKDT today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak winds should occur through 8 AM with 
  a gradual easing through midday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

246 
WWAK77 PAJK 221959
NPWAJK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Juneau AK
1159 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

AKZ023-026-222100-
/O.CAN.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2100Z/
Cape Decision to Salisbury Sound Coastal Area-
Inner Channels from Kupreanof Island to Etolin Island-
Including the cities of Sitka, Port Alexander, Petersburg, 
Wrangell, and Kake
1159 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have begun to diminish to below criteria. Winds will still 
remain gusty for the next several hours.

$$

AKZ027-028-222100-
/O.CAN.PAJK.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-211022T2000Z/
Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision Coastal Area-
Southern Inner Channels-
Including the cities of Craig, Klawock, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla
1159 AM AKDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have begun to diminish to below criteria. Winds will still 
remain gusty for the next several hours.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/ajk

The office that day

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

Issued	Product	Office	Lasted
Oct 21, 4:15 AM AKDT	Gale Warning	AJK	12 hr
Oct 21, 4:15 AM AKDT	Small Craft Advisory	AJK	12 hr
Oct 21, 4:24 AM AKDT	Small Craft Advisory	AJK	11 hr
Oct 21, 4:24 AM AKDT	Storm Warning	AJK	11 hr
Oct 21, 4:33 AM AKDT	Gale Warning	AJK	59 hr
Oct 21, 5:38 AM AKDT	High Wind Watch	AJK	10 hr
Oct 21, 3:34 PM AKDT	Small Craft Advisory	AJK	13 hr
Oct 21, 3:39 PM AKDT	Gale Warning	AJK	48 hr
Oct 21, 3:39 PM AKDT	Small Craft Advisory	AJK	13 hr
Oct 21, 3:54 PM AKDT	Gale Warning	AJK	37 hr
Oct 21, 3:54 PM AKDT	Small Craft Advisory	AJK	48 hr
Oct 21, 3:54 PM AKDT	Storm Warning	AJK	24 hr

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Sources

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