High Surf Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ817-818-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.SU.Y.0009.261024T0000Z-261026T0600Z/
Baldwin Peninsula-Northern Seward Peninsula-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 10 PM AKDT
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 2 to 4 feet above the normal high
tide line.
* WHERE...Baldwin Peninsula and Northern Seward Peninsula.
* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 10 PM AKDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Localized beach erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South to southeast winds increase Friday
with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Precautions should be taken to protect property.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ824-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.SU.Y.0009.261023T1200Z-261026T1200Z/
Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY TO 4 AM AKDT
MONDAY...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet above the normal high
tide line at Stebbins, St. Michael, and Unalakleet, 4 to 7 feet
above the normal high tide line at Shaktoolik, and 5 to 9 feet
above the normal high tide line at Koyuk and Elim.
* WHERE...Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Friday to 4 AM AKDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Localized beach erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South to southeast winds increase Friday
morning with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Precautions should be taken to protect property.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ827-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.SU.Y.0009.261023T1200Z-261026T0600Z/
St Lawrence Island-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY TO 10 PM AKDT
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet above the normal high
tide line at Gambell and 2 to 3 feet above the normal high tide
line at Savoonga.
* WHERE...St Lawrence Island.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Friday to 10 PM AKDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Localized beach erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South to southeast winds increase Thursday
night gusting up to 75 mph.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Precautions should be taken to protect property.
&&
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Small Craft Advisory
Coastal Waters Forecast for Southeast Alaska...UPDATED
National Weather Service Juneau AK
818 AM AKDT Fri Oct 23 2026
Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to
Cape Suckling out 100 NM
Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction
expected. Seas forecasts represent the average of the highest
one-third of the combined windwave and swell height.
PKZ652-241030-
Icy Cape to Cape Suckling out to 15 NM-
818 AM AKDT Fri Oct 23 2026
UPDATED
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY THROUGH THIS MORNING...
.REST OF TODAY...E wind 25 kt becoming 20 kt in the afternoon.
Seas 7 ft becoming 6 ft.
.TONIGHT...E wind 15 kt in the evening becoming light. Seas 6 ft.
.SAT...W wind 10 kt. Seas 4 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...NW wind 15 kt. Seas 5 ft.
.SUN...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 5 ft.
.MON...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 5 ft.
.TUE...Light winds. Seas 4 ft.
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Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ820-821-220600-
/O.EXB.PAFG.WS.A.0032.261023T1200Z-261026T0000Z/
Shishmaref-Bering Strait Coast-
Including the cities of Brevig Mission, Wales, Shishmaref, Teller,
and Diomede
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations up
to 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.
Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing
snow.
* WHERE...Bering Strait Coast and Shishmaref.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could result
in power outages. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to
falling and blowing snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ822-220600-
/O.EXB.PAFG.WS.A.0032.261023T1200Z-261026T0000Z/
Southern Seward Peninsula Coast-
Including the cities of Nome, Golovin, and White Mountain
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations
between 2 and 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60
mph. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow.
* WHERE...Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could result
in power outages. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to
falling and blowing snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ823-220600-
/O.EXB.PAFG.WS.A.0032.261023T1200Z-261027T0000Z/
Interior Seward Peninsula-
Including the cities of Pilgrim Springs, Haycock, Council, Taylor,
and Serpentine Hot Springs
237 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow
accumulations between 6 and 18 inches possible. Winds could gust as
high as 60 mph. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling
and blowing snow.
* WHERE...Interior Seward Peninsula.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Monday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. Visibilities may drop below
1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
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Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
321 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ755-212330-
/O.NEW.PAFC.CF.A.0002.261023T1600Z-261024T0900Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-
321 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
FRIDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Coastal flooding and high surf conditions are possible
due to 40 to 60 mph winds.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast, including Kipnuk and
Kwigillingok.
* WHEN...8 AM Friday through 1 AM Saturday, particularly around
high tides near 10 AM and 10 PM Friday.
* IMPACTS...Coastal flooding of low lying areas and erosion are
possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely scenario is for water
levels to be 2 to 3 ft above the average high tide line, which
would be similar to the water levels during the August 18 2024
storm. This will likely be the strongest storm of the 2026
season so far. We will be closely monitoring this storm. In the
meantime, please have a plan in place.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A coastal flood watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop. Coastal residents should be
alert for later statements or warnings, and take action to
protect property.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ820-821-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.CF.A.0002.261023T1200Z-261026T0600Z/
Shishmaref-Bering Strait Coast-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Significant coastal flooding possible. Water levels 4 to
6 feet above the normal high tide line possible.
* WHERE...Shishmaref, Diomede, and Bering Strait Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low lying property including homes, businesses, and
some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline
erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south to southeast winds increase
early Friday morning with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Travel may be difficult. Take the necessary actions to protect
flood- prone property.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ822-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.CF.A.0002.261023T1200Z-261026T1200Z/
Southern Seward Peninsula Coast-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Significant coastal flooding possible. Water levels 4 to
8 feet above the normal high tide line possible.
* WHERE...Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Low lying property including homes, businesses, and
some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline
erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south to southeast winds increase
Friday morning with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ825-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.CF.A.0002.261023T1200Z-261026T0600Z/
Yukon Delta Coast-
307 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Significant coastal flooding possible. Water levels in
the 4 to 8 feet above the normal high tide range for Hooper Bay.
Water levels in the 2 to 6 foot above the normal high tide range
for the rest of the Yukon Delta.
* WHERE...Yukon Delta Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low lying property including homes, businesses, and
some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline
erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south to southeast winds up to 65
mph possible. 8 feet at Hooper Bay is the current high end
forecast estimate with 6 feet being the current mean forecast
estimate. There remains considerable uncertainty in the exact
height of the highest water levels and we will continue to
update the forecast as confidence improves.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Travel may be difficult. Take the necessary actions to protect
flood- prone property.
&&
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High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
342 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
AKZ847-849-220000-
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.A.0015.261024T0300Z-261025T0900Z/
Northern Denali Borough-Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp-
Including the cities of Healy, Black Rapids, Donnelly Dome, the
Richardson Highway from MP 224 to MP 259, Kantishna, Anderson,
the Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288, and Denali National Park
342 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp and Northern
Denali Borough.
* WHEN...From Friday evening through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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GFS
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
327 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
AKZ755>757-764-212330-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0010.261023T1800Z-261024T1800Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-Northern Bristol Bay Coast-
Including the cities of Togiak, Kipnuk, Kasigluk, Quinhagak, Bethel,
Mekoryuk, Goodnews Bay, Manokotak, Akiachak, Platinum, Dillingham,
Toksook Bay, and Kwethluk
327 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...South to southeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70
mph possible.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta, Platinum and Goodnews Bay, and Northern
Bristol Bay Coast.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong, storm force Bering front is on track
to sweep the Aleutian Chain and arrive to the Kuskokwim Delta/coast
and Bristol Bay coast Friday morning. There is currently medium to
high confidence (60 to 80 percent chance) of wind gusts exceeding
60 mph for these locations.
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.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
327 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
AKZ781-212330-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0010.261023T1800Z-261024T1800Z/
Aleutians East Borough-
Including the cities of King Cove, Sand Point, and Akutan
327 AM AKDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Aleutians East Borough, including Cold Bay and King Cove.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A storm force Bering front will bring strong
southeast winds to Cold Bay and King Cove. As winds are enhanced
through the southeast to northwest oriented gap, there is medium
confidence (40 to 60 percent chance) of wind gusts reaching 75 mph
or greater.
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.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
220 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ825-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.A.0014.261023T1200Z-261025T0000Z/
Yukon Delta Coast-
Including the cities of Mountain Village, Kotlik, Hooper Bay, Nunam
Iqua, Alakanuk, Emmonak, Chevak, and Scammon Bay
220 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Yukon Delta Coast.
* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A rain/snow mix is expected Thursday night
into early Friday morning. Combined with the strong winds, periods
of reduced visibility due to blowing snow are possible.
Precipitation shifts to mostly rain by midday Friday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
220 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
AKZ827-220600-
/O.NEW.PAFG.HW.A.0014.261023T0600Z-261025T0000Z/
St Lawrence Island-
Including the cities of Gambell and Savoonga
220 PM AKDT Tue Oct 20 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
possible.
* WHERE...St Lawrence Island.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A rain/snow mix is expected Thursday night
into early Friday morning. Combined with the strong winds, periods
of reduced visibility due to blowing snow are possible.
Precipitation shifts to mostly rain by midday Friday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
606 AM AKDT Fri Oct 23 2026
AKZ831>835-838>848-241500-
Upper Koyukuk Valley-Dalton Highway Summits-Yukon Flats-
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River-
Fortymile Country-Upper Chena River Valley-Tanana Flats-
Eielson AFB and Salcha-Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills-
Chatanika River Valley-Two Rivers-Fairbanks Metro Area-Nenana-
Central Interior-Northern Denali Borough-Southern Denali Borough-
Including Allakaket, Bettles, Evansville, Alatna, Gobblers Knob,
Prospect Creek, Finger Mountain, the Yukon River Bridge,
the Dalton Highway from MP 39 to MP 164, Fort Yukon, Venetie,
Circle, Central, Stevens Village, Beaver,
the Steese Highway north of MP 124, Livengood,
Circle Hot Springs, Eagle Summit, Twelvemile Summit,
the Steese Highway from MP 85 to MP 124,
the Elliott Highway from MP 32 to MP 134,
the Dalton Highway from MP 0 to MP 38, Eagle, Chicken,
the Taylor Highway north of MP 9, Chena Hot Springs,
Chena Hot Springs Road east of MP 34, Birch Lake,
the Richardson Highway from MP 295 to MP 317, Eielson AFB,
Salcha, Moose Creek, Harding Lake,
the Richardson Highway from MP 317 to MP 346, Ester Dome,
Murphy Dome, the Parks Highway from MP 325 to MP 342, Haystack,
the Elliott Highway from MP 1 to MP 32,
the Steese Highway from MP 12 to MP 85, Two Rivers,
Chena Hot Springs Road from MP 12 to MP 34, Fairbanks,
Fort Wainwright, Ester, North Pole, Fox, Nenana,
the Parks Highway from MP 290 to 325, Tanana, Minto,
Manley Hot Springs, Rampart, Lake Minchumina, Healy,
Denali National Park, Kantishna, Anderson,
the Parks Highway from MP 237 to MP 288, Cantwell, Carlo Creek,
and the Parks Highway from MP 202 MP 237
606 AM AKDT Fri Oct 23 2026
...REFREEZING SNOW MELT AND RAIN MAY CAUSE SLIPPERY CONDITIONS
NEXT WEEK...
A band of moisture will move through the Interior Monday and
Tuesday, bringing with it warmer air and periods of widespread
rainfall which could approach upwards of an inch for some
locations. Cooling conditions during the overnight hours,
especially after the system departs, will lead to refreezing of
snow-melt and rain on roadways, creating particularly slick and
slippery conditions.
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