Bethel, AK 99559 Weather Alerts

Bethel Census Area2:25 PM AKDT60.79°N, 161.76°W

High Wind Warning

Severe · Expected

Until 4:00 AM Sat·Issued 1:33 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Anchorage AK

High Wind Warning issued October 23 at 1:33PM AKDT until October 24 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK

Details

What: South to southeast winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

Where: Kuskokwim Delta, Platinum and Goodnews Bay, and Northern Bristol Bay Coast.

When: Until 4 AM AKDT Saturday.

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

Additional details: The strongest winds are expected to start by 1 PM AKDT today for the Kuskokwim Delta, Northern Bristol Bay, Platinum, and Goodnews Bay. For the Western Capes, the strongest winds are expected near Cape Newenham, with winds for Platinum and Goodnews Bay expected to be near 60 mph. For Northern Bristol Bay, the strongest winds are expected near Togiak, while gusts up to 50 mph are expected for Dillingham. Winds are expected to steadily diminish through Saturday as the front moves inland and weakens.

What to do

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

Areas: Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island; Interior Kuskokwim Delta; Western Capes; Northern Bristol Bay Coast

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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