DIXON ENTRANCE TO CAPE DECISION OUT TO 15 NM — * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. For the first Gale Warning, southeast winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 65 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, southeast winds 35 to 55 kt with gusts up to 70 kt and seas 24 to 29 ft expected. For the second Gale Warning, southeast winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 65 kt and seas 25 to 30 ft expected.
* WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision out to 15 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight AKST tonight. For the first Gale Warning, from midnight tonight to 6 AM AKST Monday. For the Storm Warning, from 6 AM to noon AKST Monday. For the second Gale Warning, from noon to 6 PM AKST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Severe weather in Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision out to 15 NM 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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