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weather NWS minor Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM; Icy Cape to Cape Suckling out to 15 NM November 8, 2026 at 8:59 PM

Small Craft Advisory

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, east winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 8 ft expected. For the first Gale Warning, east winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 20 to 25 ft expected. For the second Gale Warning, east winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 29 to 34 ft expected.

* WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM and Icy Cape to Cape Suckling out to 15 NM.

* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 3 AM AKST Monday. For the first Gale Warning, from 3 AM to 6 AM AKST Monday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to noon AKST Monday. For the second Gale Warning, from noon to 6 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Local conditions in Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM; Icy Cape to Cape Suckling out to 15 NM may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

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 developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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