…HIGH WINDS POSSIBLE FOR THE SOUTHERN PANHANDLE…
.A strengthening area of low pressure will track north through the
central Gulf of Alaska. As it does, very strong winds will flow
into the panhandle through the southern panhandle. Wind gusts
upwards of 60 mph are possible near Annette Island.
* WHAT…Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible.
* WHERE…Annette Island, including Metlakatla.
* WHEN…From late Thursday night through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…High winds could blow around unsecured objects,
damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be
difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Wind gusts look to start ramping up late
Thursday night, mainly after 3AM. Strongest wind gusts are
expected the 6AM to Noon with wind speeds quickly decreasing
Friday afternoon.