MUNICIPALITY OF SKAGWAY — * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Municipality of Skagway.
* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM AKDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...High winds will blow around unsecured objects, damage property and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will remain elevated through Tuesday morning, with the strongest gusts peaking through midday Tuesday. Wind gusts remain strong through Wednesday morning.
Severe weather in Municipality of Skagway brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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