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weather NWS severe Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape from 15 to 80 NM November 8, 2026 at 8:39 AM

Storm Warning

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft. For the Gale Warning, east winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 7 to 11 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, east winds 30 to 50 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft expected.

* WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape from 15 to 80 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 PM AKST Sunday. For the Gale Warning, from midnight Sunday night to 3 AM AKST Monday. For the Storm Warning, from 3 AM to 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Severe weather in Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape from 15 to 80 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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