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weather NWS severe Prince of Wales Island November 8, 2026 at 10:24 PM

High Wind Warning

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

* WHERE...Prince of Wales Island.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 3 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will blow around unsecured objects, damage property and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will strengthen overnight Sunday into Monday. Strongest winds are expected to impact the gulf coast and southern portions of the island Monday morning through the early afternoon.

Severe weather in Prince of Wales Island 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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