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High Wind Watch

Active

Aleutians East Borough

Starts Oct 23, 10:00 AM AKDT

Ends Oct 24, 10:00 AM AKDT

Issued Oct 20, 1:11 PM AKDT

Severity Severe

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Southeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...Aleutians East Borough, including Cold Bay and King Cove.

* WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A storm force Bering front will bring strong southeast winds to Cold Bay and King Cove. As winds are enhanced through the southeast to northwest oriented gap, there is medium confidence (40 to 60 percent chance) of wind gusts reaching 75 mph or greater.

Instructions

A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.

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