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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
National Weather Service ANCHORAGE AK
414 PM AKDT Sat Jun 8 2024

AKZ102-103-091400-
Anchorage-East Turnagain Arm-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, Eklutna,
Girdwood, and Portage
414 PM AKDT Sat Jun 8 2024

...STRONG EASTERLY WINDS ALONG TURNAGAIN ARM AND PORTAGE VALLEY
SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING....

Sustained easterly winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 60 mph
are likely through Portage Valley and along Turnagain Arm between
Saturday evening and Sunday morning. The strongest winds and gusts
are expected between 9 pm AKDT Saturday and 4 am AKDT Sunday as a
strong frontal system moves toward the coast of Southcentral
Alaska. Winds will slowly diminish through the day Sunday as the
front moves inland and weakens.

High winds may move loose debris and damage property. Travel will
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. People are
urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or
damaged by the wind. Motorists are urged to slow down and use
caution when travelling in areas of high winds.

For the latest forecast information visit https://weather.gov/afc

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