Hazardous Weather Alert: Bering Sea Storm Impacts Western Alaska

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A powerful Bering Sea storm continues to impact western Alaska, with wind gusts up to 75 mph, coastal flooding, high surf, and potential blizzard conditions. Key concerns include: - Coastal Flooding: Hooper Bay, Kwigillingok, and Kipnuk face significant flooding concerns, including possible inundation of low-lying properties and disruptions to airstrip access. - Strong Winds: Gusts up to 75 mph are possible across Southwest Alaska. - High Surf and Erosion: Coastal impacts may extend from Bristol Bay north to Utqiaġvik. - Snow and Blowing Snow: Blizzard conditions are possible from the Seward Peninsula north toward Kotzebue Sound. Although the strongest winds will diminish into Saturday, persistent onshore flow may prolong coastal flooding and erosion concerns through the weekend. Watch this video briefing from NWS meteorologist David Kramer for a closer look at the storm, expected impacts, and areas of greatest concern. https://youtu.be/clfade7HEYw?si=p7clDw86UCiYNS4X Stay updated on the latest warnings and advisories at weather.gov/alaska. A powerful Bering Sea storm continues to impact western Alaska, with wind gusts up to 75 mph, coastal flooding, high surf, and potential blizzard conditions. Key concerns include: - Coastal Flooding: Hooper Bay, Kwigillingok, and Kipnuk face significant flooding concerns, including possible inundation of low-lying properties and disruptions to airstrip access. - Strong Winds: Gusts up to 75 mph are possible across Southwest Alaska. - High Surf and Erosion: Coastal impacts may extend from Bristol Bay north to Utqiaġvik. - Snow and Blowing Snow: Blizzard conditions are possible from the Seward Peninsula north toward Kotzebue Sound. Although the strongest winds will diminish into Saturday, persistent onshore flow may prolong coastal flooding and erosion concerns through the weekend. Watch this video briefing from NWS meteorologist David Kramer for a closer look at the storm, expected impacts, and areas of greatest concern. https://youtu.be/clfade7HEYw?si=p7clDw86UCiYNS4X Stay updated on the latest warnings and advisories at weather.gov/alaska.