


Special Weather Statement
Issued by NWS
Issued by NWS
039 WWAK82 PAFC 141349 SPSALU SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT National Weather Service ANCHORAGE AK 549 AM AKDT Tue Oct 14 2025 AKZ755-150200- Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island- Including the cities of Quinhagak, Kipnuk, Toksook Bay, and Mekoryuk 549 AM AKDT Tue Oct 14 2025 ...STRONG WINDS AND ELEVATED WATER LEVELS FROM TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON... * Winds: A front will bring easterly to southeasterly winds gusting up to 35-45 mph for the Kuskokwim Delta coast. Winds will be strongest Wednesday morning, then decrease by Wednesday afternoon. Confidence is high that this storm will NOT be as strong as former Typhoon Halong. * Coastal water levels: Little to no coastal flooding is expected with this storm. Along-shore winds could cause water levels to be 1 to 2.5 feet above the normal highest tide line in coastal communities during this morning and Wednesday morning`s high tide. Previously flooded and/or low-lying areas may see a small increase in water levels and could be slow to drain. * Preparedness: Secure loose debris that may be blown about by strong winds. Move items that are near the coast or in low-lying areas further inland or to higher ground. Stay tuned to the forecast. Help share weather information with people whose communication networks may have been affected by the recent storm. $$