High Wind — Western Aleutians, Alaska

2009-02-07 · Western Aleutians, Alaska

Event narrative

Ship reports of sustained 60 KT were observed in the region. Estimate gusts over 70 KT with this front based upon the ship observations.

Wider weather episode

An intense front moved through the western Aleutians the evening of February 7th. Hurricane force wind gusts were associated with this front as it moved through the region.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 144791. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.