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High Wind Warning 16, NWS Anchorage, AK

December 12, 2025Anchorage Municipality, Chugach Census Area, Alaska

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this high wind warning at Dec 12, 2025, 5:19 AM AKST for Anchorage Municipality, Chugach Census Area, Alaska. It took effect at Dec 13, 2025, 3:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 63 hr. 31 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Dec 12, 2025, 5:19 AM AKST (14:19 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 13, 2025, 3:00 AM AKST
Expired
Dec 15, 2025, 6:00 PM AKST
In force
63 hr
Issued by
NWS Anchorage, AK

Counties Anchorage Municipality, AK, Chugach Census Area, AK

The radar

The Kenai radar (PAHG), 198 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 14:20 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 13, 9:30 AM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 95Thompson Pass, AKStrongest gust measured at the DOT weather station in Thompson Pass.
Dec 13, 10:41 AM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMG5 E Valdez, AKTree branches down and loose objects getting blown around by strong winds.
Dec 13, 3:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 511 Wsw Elmendorf-Richard, AKMeasured gust at the Elmendorf weather station.
Dec 13, 3:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 864 E Valdez, AKPeak wind gust measured at the Valdez Airport.
Dec 13, 3:28 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 Ese Valdez, AKWindows blown out of vehicles, debris being blown around across the city of Valdez. Several buildings with roof damage.
Dec 13, 7:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 544 E Elmendorf-Richardso, AKPeak wind gust at Fort Richardson weather station.
Dec 13, 8:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 601 Wsw Elmendorf-Richard, AKMeasured gust at the Elmendorf weather station.
Dec 14, 12:43 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMG5 E Valdez, AKMultiple vehicles with broken windows at the Valdez Airport due to blowing gravel. Large spruce tree snapped at the base.
Dec 14, 1:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 E Valdez, AKImpacts reported due to strong winds that began on the morning of December 13th. Ice chunks blowing onto road from flats near the Valdez Port and causing damage to cars. Steel dumpsters blown over. Flying debris breaking car windows. Damage to several rooftops
Dec 14, 1:30 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGAnchorage (Government H, AKTree and powerline down in Government Hill.
Dec 14, 1:40 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 66Merill Field, AK
Dec 14, 1:51 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 721 Wsw Elmendorf-Richard, AKAWOS station PAED Elmendorf AFB.
Dec 14, 1:55 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 604 E Elmendorf-Richardso, AKAWOS station PAFR Bryant Army Af.
Dec 14, 1:55 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 73Elmendorf-Richardson Af, AK
Dec 14, 2:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 71Lake Hood, AKPeak wind on ASOS.
Dec 14, 2:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGAnchorage (Spenard), AKA tree was blown down onto a powerline on McRae Road near Fish Creek.
Dec 14, 2:20 PM AKSTTSTM WND DMGAnchorage, AKShingles flying off from The Qiviut Shop (Oomingmak). Insulation and other debris from the roof was also blown off.
Dec 14, 2:20 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGAnchorage, AKCorrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Anchorage. Shingles flying off from The Qiviut Shop (Oomingmak). Insulation and other debris from the roof was also blown off.
Dec 14, 2:53 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 59Ted Stevens Internation, AK
Dec 14, 3:53 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 60Ted Stevens Internation, AK
Dec 14, 4:45 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGAnchorage, AKAnchorage Fire Department reports several trees and powerlines down and blocking some roads across northwest parts of Anchorage. Some traffic lights without power.
Dec 14, 5:40 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 831 Ese Thompson Pass, AK
Dec 14, 7:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 64Ted Stevens Internation, AKPeak wind gust measured from Ted Stevens International Airport.
Dec 14, 7:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 773 E Valdez, AKPeak gust measured at the Valdez Airport.
Dec 14, 9:04 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 75Ted Stevens Internation, AKUpdated peak wind from Ted Stevens International Airport. Peak wind gust measured from Ted Stevens International Airport.
Dec 14, 9:04 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 75Ted Stevens Internation, AKUpdated peak wind from Ted Stevens International Airport. Peak wind gust measured from Ted Stevens International Airport. This ties the airport record for for strongest wind gust (1954-present).
Dec 15, 12:55 AM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 75Lake Hood, AKPublic reports two totaled aircraft at Lake Hood. At 12:55am peak gust recorded was 75 mph at PALH.
Dec 15, 12:55 AM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 76Lake Hood, AKPeak wind gust 66 knots (76 mph) at ASOS station PALH Anchorage Lake Hood. Winds gusted in excess of 60 mph from around 1 pm through 5 pm Dec 14 and again from 9 pm Dec 14 through 5 am Dec 15. Sustained winds were 30 to 40 mph.
Dec 15, 8:50 AM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGGovernment Hill, AKEntire tree knocked over. Wood canoe blown across yard.
Dec 15, 12:04 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND DMGValdez, AKRoof damage to buildings, metal trim pieces torn loose. A large boat was blown over in the city drydock area. A small boat on a trailer was blown over near the airport. A section of siding was torn loose from the grocery store and the old Masons Hall.
Dec 15, 1:00 PM AKSTNON-TSTM WND GST 92Thompson Pass, AKMesonet station RHRA2 Richardson Highway @ Thompson Pa.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Fairbanks, (PFAI), launched 12:00Z, 2.3 hours before the alert went out and 407 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Fairbanks, at 12:00Z on 2025-12-12Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Fairbanks, at 12:00Z on 2025-12-12The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 664 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
477 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
67 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
664 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
702 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

040 
WWAK71 PAFC 121419
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
519 AM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

AKZ732-130145-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0007.251213T1200Z-251214T0500Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0016.251213T1500Z-251214T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
519 AM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST NEXT FRIDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM AKST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.
  - High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts up to 
  75 mph early Saturday morning into Saturday night.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...
  - Cold Weather Advisory: until 4 PM AKST next Friday, December 19th. 
  - High Wind Warning: from 6 AM to 9 PM AKST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although temperatures will increase slightly 
  today, overnight apparent temperatures will once again be 
  dangerously cold and is expected to remain a threat through next 
  week. Winds are expected to increase late this afternoon through 
  tonight with peak wind speeds beginning early Saturday morning and 
  lasting through the majority of the day. The worst winds are 
  expected to decrease later Saturday night, but gusty winds will 
  likely persist into next week.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-130145-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0007.251213T1200Z-251214T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0016.251213T1200Z-251214T0800Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
519 AM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 11 PM AKST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 11 PM AKST Saturday.

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

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-130145-
/O.EXT.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Tolsona, Chitina, Kenny Lake, Copper
Center, Slana, Chistochina, Nebesna, McCarthy, Gakona, Nelchina,
Tonsina, 46 Mile, Mendeltna, Glennallen, Paxson, and Mentasta
Lake
519 AM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST NEXT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST next Friday, December 19th.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although temperatures will increase slightly 
  today, overnight apparent temperatures will once again be 
  dangerously cold and is expected to remain a threat through next 
  week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$
13 follow-up statements
028 
WWAK71 PAFC 122301
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

AKZ732-131600-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.251213T1500Z-251214T0600Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM AKST 
SATURDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts up to 
  75 mph early Saturday morning into Saturday night.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...
  -High Wind Warning: from 6 AM to 9 PM AKST Saturday (tomorrow).
  -Cold Weather Advisory: until 4 PM AKST next Friday, December 19th.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight wind chills will be dangerously 
  cold and are expected to remain a threat through next week. Winds 
  are expected to increase late this afternoon through tonight with 
  peak wind speeds beginning early Saturday morning and lasting 
  through the majority of the day. The worst winds are expected to 
  decrease later Saturday night, but gusty winds will likely persist 
  into next week.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-131600-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.251213T1200Z-251214T0800Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 11 PM AKST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 11 PM AKST Saturday.

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

&&

$$

AKZ748-131600-
/O.EXB.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.251213T1200Z-251215T1800Z/
Northern Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Broad Pass, Chulitna, and Denali Highway
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM SATURDAY TO 9 AM AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero 
  expected. Northerly winds gusting between 20 to 30 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Susitna Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Saturday to 9 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to 
  these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-131600-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Paxson, Mendeltna, Nelchina, Mentasta
Lake, Copper Center, 46 Mile, Slana, Tonsina, Kenny Lake,
Chistochina, Chitina, Nebesna, McCarthy, Tolsona, Glennallen, and
Gakona
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday, December 19th.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight apparent temperatures will be 
  dangerously cold and are expected to remain a threat through next 
  week. Northerly winds increase tonight and peak Saturday. The 
  strongest wind gusts, 25 to 35 mph, are expected to occur through 
  the northern passes of the Alaska Range and along the Tok Cutoff 
  road from Gulkana to Chistochina. Northerly winds diminish 
  starting Monday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and 
gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and appropriate 
cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-131600-
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.A.0008.251214T1200Z-251215T1800Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Sutton, Wasilla, Palmer, Big Lake, and
Chickaloon
201 PM AKST Fri Dec 12 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts between 60 to 80 
  mph possible. Wind chill values between 10 to 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

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.

&&

$$

DAN
642 
WWAK71 PAFC 131358
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

AKZ732-140145-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.251213T1500Z-251214T0600Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts up to 
  75 mph.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...
  -High Wind Warning: from 6 AM to 9 PM AKST today.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: until 4 PM AKST next Friday, December 19th.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak wind speeds are expected to last the 
  majority of the day today, then decrease later tonight. Gusty 
  winds will likely persist into next week. Overnight wind chills 
  will be dangerously cold and are expected to remain a threat 
  through next week.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-140145-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251214T0800Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening.

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

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-140145-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Gakona, Kenny Lake, Mentasta Lake,
McCarthy, Mendeltna, Chistochina, Chitina, Slana, Nebesna,
46 Mile, Tolsona, Copper Center, Paxson, Nelchina, Tonsina, and
Glennallen
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight apparent temperatures will be 
  dangerously cold and are expected to remain a threat through next 
  week. The strongest wind gusts, 25 to 35 mph, are expected to 
  occur through the northern passes of the Alaska Range and along 
  the Tok Cutoff road from Gulkana to Chistochina. Northerly winds 
  diminish starting Monday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and 
gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and appropriate 
cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ748-140145-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251215T1800Z/
Northern Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Denali Highway, Chulitna, and Broad Pass
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero 
  expected. Northerly winds gusting between 20 to 30 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Susitna Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to 
  these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-140145-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0008.251214T1200Z-251215T1800Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Chickaloon, Palmer, Big Lake, Wasilla,
and Sutton
458 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts between 60 to 80 
  mph possible. Wind chill values between 10 to 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

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.

&&

$$
327 
WWAK71 PAFC 132016
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

AKZ711-713-140430-
/O.UPG.PAFC.HW.A.0008.251214T1200Z-251215T1800Z/
/O.NEW.PAFC.HW.W.0017.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Wasilla, Big Lake, Sutton, Chickaloon,
and Palmer
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO NOON AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 60 to 80 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm Sunday and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ732-140430-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts of 75 
  to 90 mph.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon AKST Monday. For the 
  Cold Weather Advisory, until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are currently peaking through Thompson 
  Pass and will very gradually diminish this afternoon through 
  tonight down to 50 to 60 mph gusts. Winds will then ramp back up 
  Sunday afternoon and evening and peak at very similar values (as 
  today) Sunday night through early Monday. Temperatures have warmed 
  nearly 20 degrees in the past 24 hours, with wind chill readings 
  sitting around 20 degrees below. Wind chills will fall back down 
  to 40 below by Monday or Monday night.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AKZ731-140430-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are currently peaking in Valdez and 
  will very gradually diminish this afternoon through tonight down 
  to 30 to 45 mph gusts. Winds will then ramp back up Sunday 
  afternoon and evening and peak at very similar values (as today) 
  Sunday night through early Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ701-723-140430-
/O.NEW.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Eklutna, Sterling, Anchorage, Soldotna,
Eagle River, Nikiski, and Kenai
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph 
  expected. Localized winds as high as 70 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill 
  readings of zero to 15 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage and NW Kenai Peninsula. This includes Eagle 
  River, Chugiak, Kenai, and Nikiski.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few 
  power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...North winds will gust as high as 40 mph 
  today, strongest north to west Anchorage and in the Nikiski to 
  Kenai corridor. Winds will strengthen further overnight tonight 
  through Sunday morning and peak Sunday afternoon through Monday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-140430-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Glennallen, Kenny Lake, Tonsina,
Mendeltna, Paxson, Slana, Tolsona, Copper Center, 46 Mile,
Chistochina, McCarthy, Nelchina, Nebesna, Gakona, Chitina, and
Mentasta Lake
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The arrival of winds across much of the 
  Copper River Basin has caused temperatures to rise above zero for 
  much of the area. Temperatures across the southeastern basin, 
  roughly from Chitina to McCarthy remain well below zero. As we 
  head through early next week, the general trend will be for winds 
  to diminish and temperatures to ultimately drop back down to 40 
  below zero by Monday or Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and 
gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and appropriate 
cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ748-140430-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251215T1800Z/
Northern Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Chulitna, Denali Highway, and Broad Pass
1116 AM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero 
  expected. Northerly winds gusting 25 to 40 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Susitna Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to 
  these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

Baines
096 
WWAK71 PAFC 132128
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

AKZ748-132230-
/O.CAN.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251215T1800Z/
Northern Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Chulitna, Denali Highway, and Broad Pass
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Temperatures have warmed above zero for most areas due to the 
arrival of windy conditions. Thus, wind chill readings are no longer 
expected to drop to 30 below zero. Instead, wind chills will range 
from zero to 15 below through Sunday morning.

$$

AKZ732-140530-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts of 75 
  to 90 mph.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon AKST Monday. For the 
  Cold Weather Advisory, until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are currently peaking through Thompson 
  Pass and will very gradually diminish this afternoon through 
  tonight down to 50 to 60 mph gusts. Winds will then ramp back up 
  Sunday afternoon and evening and peak at very similar values (as 
  today) Sunday night through early Monday. Temperatures have warmed 
  nearly 20 degrees in the past 24 hours, with wind chill readings 
  sitting around 20 degrees below. Wind chills will fall back down 
  to 40 below by Monday or Monday night.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-140530-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are currently peaking in Valdez and 
  will very gradually diminish this afternoon through tonight down 
  to 30 to 45 mph gusts. Winds will then ramp back up Sunday 
  afternoon and evening and peak at very similar values (as today) 
  Sunday night through early Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-140530-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Wasilla, Big Lake, Sutton, Chickaloon,
and Palmer
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO NOON AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 60 to 80 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm Sunday and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ723-140530-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.251213T2128Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Soldotna, Nikiski, Sterling, and Kenai
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 70 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.


* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. Winds will 
  likely diminish a bit tonight, but will re-strengthen during the 
  day on Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-140530-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Glennallen, Kenny Lake, Tonsina,
Mendeltna, Paxson, Slana, Tolsona, Copper Center, 46 Mile,
Chistochina, McCarthy, Nelchina, Nebesna, Gakona, Chitina, and
Mentasta Lake
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The arrival of winds across much of the 
  Copper River Basin has caused temperatures to rise above zero for 
  much of the area. Temperatures across the southeastern basin, 
  roughly from Chitina to McCarthy remain well below zero. As we 
  head through early next week, the general trend will be for winds 
  to diminish and temperatures to ultimately drop back down to 40 
  below zero by Monday or Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and 
gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and appropriate 
cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ701-140530-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eklutna, and Eagle River
1228 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO NOON AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph 
  expected. Wind chill readings of zero to 15 below zero.


* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few 
  power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...North winds will gust as high as 40 mph 
  today, strongest north to west Anchorage and along Knik Arm. Winds 
  will strengthen further overnight tonight through Sunday morning 
  and peak Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Baines
300 
WWAK71 PAFC 140040
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

AKZ732-141515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts of 75 
  to 90 mph.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...
  -For the High Wind Warning, until noon AKST Monday. 
  -For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are currently peaking through Thompson 
  Pass and will very gradually diminish this afternoon through 
  tonight down to 50 to 60 mph gusts. Winds will then ramp back up 
  Sunday afternoon and evening and peak at very similar values (as 
  today) Sunday night through early Monday. Temperatures have warmed 
  nearly 20 degrees in the past 24 hours, with wind chill readings 
  sitting around 20 degrees below. Wind chills will fall back down 
  to 40 below by Monday or Monday night.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-141515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will peak in Valdez and will very 
  gradually diminish through tonight down to 30 to 45 mph gusts. 
  Winds will then ramp back up Sunday afternoon and evening and peak 
  at very similar values (as today) Sunday night through early 
  Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-141515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Big Lake, Sutton, Wasilla, Palmer, and
Chickaloon
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO NOON AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 60 to 80 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm Sunday and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ701-141515-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.251214T0040Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Eagle River, Anchorage, and Eklutna
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph 
  expected. Wind chill readings of zero to 15 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few 
  power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds north to west Anchorage and 
  along Knik Arm. Peak winds occur Sunday afternoon through Monday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-141515-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Tolsona, Tonsina, Chitina, Nebesna,
Slana, Copper Center, Mentasta Lake, Nelchina, 46 Mile, Gakona,
Mendeltna, Glennallen, Chistochina, Paxson, McCarthy, and Kenny
Lake
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The arrival of winds across much of the 
  Copper River Basin has caused temperatures to rise above zero for 
  much of the area. Temperatures across the southeastern basin, 
  roughly from Chitina to McCarthy remain well below zero. As we 
  head through early next week, the general trend will be for winds 
  to diminish and temperatures to ultimately drop back down to 40 
  below zero by Monday or Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and 
gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and appropriate 
cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ723-141515-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Nikiski, Soldotna, Kenai, and Sterling
340 PM AKST Sat Dec 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 70 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. Winds will 
  likely diminish a bit tonight, but will re-strengthen during the 
  day on Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

DAN
050 
WWAK71 PAFC 141337
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

AKZ732-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...
  -High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts of 70 
  to 80 mph.
  -Cold Weather Advisory: Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon AKST Monday. For the 
  Cold Weather Advisory, until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...
  - High Wind Warning: High winds could move loose debris and cause 
  damage. Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile 
  vehicles.
  - Cold Weather Advisory: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ731-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...After diminishing Saturday night, winds will 
  increase again to warning levels Sunday 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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Big Lake, Palmer, Wasilla, Chickaloon,
and Sutton
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 60 to 80 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...From noon today to noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm Sunday and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Mentasta Lake, Chitina, Glennallen,
Copper Center, Paxson, Slana, Tolsona, Tonsina, Kenny Lake,
46 Mile, Nebesna, Gakona, Nelchina, McCarthy, Mendeltna, and
Chistochina
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. 
  Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The arrival of winds across much of the 
  Copper River Basin caused temperatures to rise above zero for much 
  of the area, resulting in isolated areas of wind chills to 35 
  below for today. However, winds are expected to diminish and 
  temperatures should drop back down to 40 below zero by Monday or 
  Tuesday and remain in that range into Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AKZ701-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, and Eklutna
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph. Wind 
  chill readings of zero to 10 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few 
  power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds north to west Anchorage and 
  along Knik Arm. Peak winds will occur this afternoon through 
  Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

AKZ723-150230-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Kenai, Soldotna, Nikiski, and Sterling
437 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 65 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. While winds 
  diminished some overnight last night, they will re-strengthen 
  during the day today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$
027 
WWAK71 PAFC 141949
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

AKZ732-151515-
/O.CAN.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...High Wind Warning: Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts 
  of 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-142100-
/O.CAN.PAFC.CW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-251220T0100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of 46 Mile, Nebesna, Chistochina, Mentasta
Lake, McCarthy, Slana, Copper Center, Paxson, Tolsona, Kenny
Lake, Nelchina, Glennallen, Chitina, Tonsina, Gakona, and
Mendeltna
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds and recent cloud cover have allowed temperatures to warm. 
Temperatures and wind chills near or below -40 may develop by 
mid-week.

$$

AKZ731-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.251214T2100Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Chickaloon, Sutton, Wasilla, Palmer, and
Big Lake
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 60 to 80 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm today and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ701-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Eagle River, Eklutna, and Anchorage
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph. Wind 
  chill readings of zero to 10 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few 
  power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds north to west Anchorage and 
  along Knik Arm. Peak winds will occur this afternoon through 
  Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

AKZ723-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Nikiski, Kenai, Soldotna, and Sterling
1049 AM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 65 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. While winds 
  diminished some overnight last night, they will re-strengthen 
  during the day today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$
021 
WWAK71 PAFC 142225
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

AKZ701-151515-
/O.UPG.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
/O.EXA.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, and Eklutna
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts between 55 and 70 mph. 
  Wind chill readings of zero to 10 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong wind gusts at or in excess of 60 mph 
  have been observed across the area early this afternoon. Expect 
  winds to increase through the rest of today and overnight tonight. 
  Winds will gradually decrease through Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Sutton, Wasilla, Big Lake, Chickaloon,
and Palmer
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 80 mph) are 
  expected between 3pm today and 3am Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ731-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 85 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

&&

$$

AKZ732-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

&&

$$

AKZ723-151515-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Soldotna, Sterling, Nikiski, and Kenai
125 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 65 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. While winds 
  diminished some overnight last night, they will re-strengthen 
  during the day today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

DAN
810 
WWAK71 PAFC 150321
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

AKZ701-151500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, and Eklutna
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts between 55 and 70 mph. 
  Wind chill readings of zero to 10 below zero.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong wind gusts at or in excess of 60 mph 
  have been observed across the area this afternoon. Expect winds to 
  increase through the rest of today and overnight tonight. Winds 
  will gradually decrease through Monday.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-151500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Wasilla, Palmer, Sutton, Chickaloon, and
Big Lake
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 65 to 95 mph. 
  Wind chill values 10 below to 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Cold temperatures 
  combined with strong winds could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds (gusts up to 95 mph) are 
  expected between 6pm today and 3am Monday.  The strongest gusts 
  are expected in and around Palmer.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ731-151500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North to east winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...After diminishing Saturday night, winds will 
  increase again to warning levels Sunday evening.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ732-151500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 45 to 60 mph with gusts of 70 to 80 mph. 

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ723-151500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Nikiski, Sterling, Soldotna, and Kenai
621 PM AKST Sun Dec 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. 
  Localized gusts as high as 65 mph in Nikiski. Wind chill readings 
  of 10 below zero to 5 above zero.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor. While winds 
  diminished some overnight last night, they will re-strengthen this 
  evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Shriver
236 
WWAK71 PAFC 151301
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

AKZ701-152100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Eagle River, Eklutna, and Anchorage
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

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

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

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be 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 power 
outages. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ711-713-152100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Chickaloon, Big Lake, Wasilla, Palmer,
and Sutton
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

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

* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest gusts are expected in and 
  around Palmer.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ731-152100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

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

* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

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

&&

$$

AKZ732-152100-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

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

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

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

&&

$$

AKZ723-152100-
/O.CON.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Soldotna, Kenai, Sterling, and Nikiski
401 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST TODAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Along the coast of the NW Kenai Peninsula, including Kenai 
  and Nikiski.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and may 
  result in power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur close to Cook 
  Inlet, especially for the Nikiski to Kenai corridor.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

EZ
530 
WWAK71 PAFC 152054
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

AKZ713-152200-
/O.EXP.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
Sutton / Upper Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Chickaloon and Sutton
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON AKST TODAY...

Winds will continue to slowly diminish through this evening, though 
will remain breezy at 15 to 30 mph out of the northeast.

$$

AKZ723-152200-
/O.EXP.PAFC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-251215T2100Z/
NW Kenai Peninsula-
Including the cities of Sterling, Soldotna, Kenai, and Nikiski
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON AKST TODAY...

Winds will continue to diminish through the evening.

$$

AKZ701-160300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Eklutna, Eagle River, and Anchorage
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 60 mph

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds have been slow to diminish today, but 
  will continue to gradually subside through this evening. The 
  highest wind gusts will continue to be near Knik Arm and JBER.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ711-160300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Wasilla, Big Lake, and Palmer
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will gradually subside through tomorrow 
  morning. Overnight winds will remain breezy with gusts between 15 
  and 35 mph. The highest winds will continue to be near Palmer and 
  the Glenn/Parks Interchange.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ731-160300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will gradually diminish through this 
  evening, but will remain breezy with gusts ranging from 15 to 45 
  mph overnight.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ732-160300-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
1154 AM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

&&

$$
625 
WWAK71 PAFC 160049
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

AKZ701-160300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Eklutna, Eagle River, and Anchorage
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 60 mph

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds have been slow to diminish today, but 
  will continue to gradually subside through this evening. The 
  highest wind gusts will continue to be near Knik Arm and JBER.

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 power 
outages. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

AKZ711-160300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Big Lake, Palmer, and Wasilla
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will gradually subside through tomorrow 
  morning. Overnight winds will remain breezy with gusts between 15 
  and 35 mph. The highest winds will continue to be near Palmer and 
  the Glenn/Parks Interchange.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ731-160300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Valdez-
Including the cities of Valdez
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Valdez.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will gradually diminish through this 
  evening, but will remain breezy with gusts ranging from 15 to 45 
  mph overnight.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ732-160300-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Thompson Pass
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 50 to 60 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris and cause damage. 
  Travel could be difficult; especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Wind chills between -25 and -30F.


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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves. Be sure to have an emergency kit in your car and 
appropriate cold weather clothing and blankets in case your car 
breaks down.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-160345-
/O.NEW.PAFC.CW.Y.0007.251216T0600Z-251218T2100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Mendeltna, Kenny Lake, Mentasta Lake,
Nebesna, McCarthy, Paxson, Glennallen, 46 Mile, Chitina, Tolsona,
Nelchina, Gakona, Copper Center, Chistochina, Tonsina, and Slana
349 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON 
AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds across the Copper River Basin are 
  expected to gradually diminish through tonight and remain light 
  through the first half of Thursday. In response to the winds 
  diminishing, temperatures will fall quickly to well below zero 
  overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Ambient temperatures 
  could fall as low as 40 to 50 below zero at times. The coldest 
  readings are expected during the nighttime hours and early morning 
  hours.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

DAN
819 
WWAK71 PAFC 160258
NPWAER

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
558 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

AKZ701-731-732-160400-
/O.EXP.PAFC.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251216T0300Z/
Anchorage-Valdez-Thompson Pass-
Including the cities of Eklutna, Anchorage, Valdez, Eagle River,
and Thompson Pass
558 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish through Valdez, Thompson Pass and 
across Anchorage this evening.  Wind gusts up to 45 mph could 
continue through Thompson Pass and parts of Valdez through Tuesday 
morning, but the threat for higher gusts over 60 mph is ending.

$$

AKZ711-160700-
/O.EXT.PAFC.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251216T0700Z/
Lower Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Wasilla, Palmer, and Big Lake
558 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM AKST this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will gradually subside through tomorrow 
  morning. Overnight winds will remain breezy with gusts between 15 
  and 35 mph. The highest winds will continue to be near Palmer and 
  the Glenn/Parks Interchange.

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.

&&

$$

AKZ741>744-749>751-160700-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0007.251216T0600Z-251218T2100Z/
Northern Copper Valley-Western Copper Valley-Central Copper
Valley-Ernestine-Southern Copper Valley-Tok Cutoff-McCarthy-
Including the cities of Glennallen, Tolsona, Gakona, Chitina,
Chistochina, Slana, Paxson, Mendeltna, Tonsina, 46 Mile, Mentasta
Lake, Nebesna, McCarthy, Kenny Lake, Copper Center, and Nelchina
558 PM AKST Mon Dec 15 2025

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 
NOON AKST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Copper River Basin.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold temperatures as low as 40 to 50 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 
  minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds across the Copper River Basin are 
  expected to gradually diminish through tonight and remain light 
  through the first half of Thursday. In response to the winds 
  diminishing, temperatures will fall quickly to well below zero 
  overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Ambient temperatures 
  could fall as low as 40 to 50 below zero at times. The coldest 
  readings are expected during the nighttime hours and early morning 
  hours.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

Shriver

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Anchorage, AK wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Dec 11, 4:03 PM AKST, 13 hours 16 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 11, 4:03 PM AKST, 13 hours 16 minutes before
Southcentral and Southwest Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
403 PM AKST Thu Dec 11 2025

.SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHCENTRAL ALASKA
(Days 1 through 3: This afternoon through Sunday evening)...

Key Messages:

- Gusty winds will continue through the extended forecast,
  Although wind diminish tonight into Fri. Winds increase again
  Fri night in Valdez, Seward/Resurrection Bay, as well as the
  waters around Kodiak Island. Northeast winds increase Saturday
  afternoon through Sunday across the Matanuska Valley. Still some
  uncertainty on the duration of how long gusty winds last.

- High Wind Watches issued for both Valdez (northeast gusts up to
  60 mph) and Thompson Pass (northeast gusts up to 75 mph) from
  late Friday night through Saturday evening.

- Cold temperatures and wind chills persist until at least the end
  of this week. A Cold Weather Advisory is currently in effect
  through Fri afternoon for the Copper River Basin and through the
  Thompson Pass area. Cold air across Southcentral has caused some
  rivers to begin freezing quickly. There could be some ice
  jamming of rivers as they freeze over. A hydrological outlook
  has been posted.

- You can reduce your risk of hypothermia or frost bite by
  protecting your skin from exposure and wearing appropriate
  clothing while outdoors. Keep emergency supplies with you in
  your home and while traveling whenever possible. Consider
  wearing your cold weather gear while you are driving through
  frigid temperatures. Know the signs of hypothermia and check on
  others.

Discussion:

Strong high pressure continues to take up real estate over the
Bering Sea with northerly flow spanning across Alaska. A trough is
over the Gulf with a weak low circulating well offshore towards
Southeast Alaska. As this trough moves out of the area to the
south and high pressure builds in, winds will gradually decrease,
becoming mostly calm this and evening afternoon, except for a few
lingering gusts across Whittier/Passage Canal, Valdez, and
Seward/Resurrection Bay.

The relatively calm, but very cold conditions will continue
through Friday morning. However, by Friday afternoon, a strong
upper trough drops into Southcentral. The first effect of this
trough is gusty winds in Whittier and Seward, reaching over 40 mph
through Saturday. Then, gusty winds return to the Matanuska
Valley, mostly picking up in earnest Saturday afternoon and
evening with gusts up to 50 mph, and Valdez, picking up beginning
Friday evening with gusts to 60 mph likely. Higher gusts up to 75
mph are likely across Thompson Pass. With that said, a High Wind
Watch has been issued for both Valdez and Thompson Pass late
Friday night through Saturday evening. Aside from the winds Friday
and Saturday, some snow showers may occur Friday across the Copper
River Basin and northern Susitna Valley as the 500 mb trough
arrives. Any snow is expected to be light in nature, if it makes
it to the ground at all due to how dry the air has been lately.

Another round of cold air also arrives on Saturday with this
trough. Apparent temperatures have the potential to be just as
cold or perhaps even colder with this arctic airmass. The Climate
Prediction Center's outlook for the next couple weeks continues to
favor towards colder than normal for most of the state. Cold
temperatures with the overall synoptic pattern persisting also
favors gap winds. Timing and intensity of the cold and winds will
continue to be the primary forecast challenge across Southcentral
through the next week.

&&

.SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHWEST ALASKA (Days 1 through 3/Tonight
through Sunday)...

A strong blocking ridge is centered over the central Aleutians
(Adak to Atka) and southern Bering Sea. A ridge axis extends
northeastward to Southwest AK and continuing to the AK Interior.
This ridge continues to provide mostly dry and cold conditions,
especially for Southwest AK and the AK Peninsula. A very weak
short-wave riding along top of the ridge brought flurries or
very light snow to portions of the Kuskokwim Delta today, but
the main impact has been increasing and lowering clouds. West
of the ridge, a storm is tracking across the Northwest Pacific.
The greatest impacts from the storm remain south and west of the
Aleutian Islands. Southeasterly winds are increasing from Adak
to Shemya with marginally warmer temperatures compared with the
rest of the forecast area.

A short-wave trough over the far northern Bering Sea will track
eastward toward northern AK through this evening, then begin to
dig southward across mainland AK overnight tonight through Friday.
Southwest AK will see a glancing blow from this, with areas of
light snow spreading from the Kuskokwim Delta to the Kuskokwim
Valley and interior Bristol Bay tonight through early Friday.
Snow in any given location will be brief in nature and accumulation
will be very light, with a dusting to a few tenths of an inch.
The bigger impact of this digging trough will be a reinforcing
shot of Arctic air and associated gusty winds. The strongest cold
air advection (and associated gusty winds) will be across the
interior Southwest AK, Bristol Bay and the Alaska Peninsula.
Winds will ramp up through the day Friday, then persist through
the weekend. The orientation if the low level flow is north to
north- northeast, which is not favorable for gap winds along the
Alaska Peninsula. Instead, winds will be uniformly strong (not
just confined to gaps), particularly for the coastal marine zones
south of the Alaska Peninsula and Kodiak Island. Temperatures will
initially jump up to the teens and 20s across Southwest AK as
winds develop Friday, but then will gradually fall through the
weekend - ultimately ending back up where we are right now.

Winds along the western Aleutians (from Adak west to Shemya) will
peak overnight tonight through Friday as the aforementioned storm
in the Northwest Pacific tracks to the far western Bering Sea.
There could be some spotty light rain, but it won't be much. The
upper ridge will then build westward, leading to diminishing
winds and quiet conditions through the weekend.

-SEB

&&

.LONG TERM FORECAST (Days 4 through 7: Sunday through Wednesday)...

An expansive area of high pressure centered over the southern
Bering Sea descends south into the North Pacific by Monday
afternoon, while pushing gale force northerly winds across the
Alaska Peninsula. On the heels of the departing high, a shortwave
low will descend from eastern Russia Monday afternoon, but remains
offshore until it crosses the Alaska Peninsula by Tuesday morning.
With a large area of low pressure centered over the southern
Gulf, cold northerly flow will lower temperatures in the Copper
River Basin and bring high winds through gaps and passes from the
Alaska Peninsula to Thompson Pass, Valdez, and the Copper River
Delta. Dry conditions continue region- wide.

&&

.AVIATION...

PANC...Light northerly winds and VFR conditions will continue.

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 11, 3:00 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC13 hr
Dec 11, 3:00 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC13 hr
Dec 11, 3:15 PM AKSTHigh Wind WatchAFCChugach Census Area14 hr
Dec 11, 3:20 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC3 days
Dec 11, 3:20 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC4 days
Dec 11, 3:20 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC3 days
Dec 11, 3:20 PM AKSTStorm WarningAFC48 hr
Dec 12, 4:23 AM AKSTBrisk Wind AdvisoryAFC23 hr
Dec 12, 4:23 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC23 hr
Dec 12, 4:23 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC23 hr
Dec 12, 4:28 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC71 hr
Dec 12, 4:36 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC59 hr
Dec 12, 2:01 PM AKSTHigh Wind WatchAFCMatanuska-Susitna21 hr
Dec 12, 2:48 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC13 hr
Dec 12, 2:48 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC13 hr
Dec 12, 2:48 PM AKSTStorm WarningAFC13 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.