High Wind — Sern P.w. Snd, Alaska

2017-01-06 to 2017-01-07 · Sern P.w. Snd, Alaska

Event narrative

Dispatcher reported widespread damage across Cordova. Many trees have been blown over or snapped with several of them falling on houses. Anywhere from one to two dozen structures have sustained roof damage from falling or breaking trees. Several boats have been damaged. Much of the damage reported is along the Copper River highway from mile 6 to 6 and a half. An estimation of 30 to 40 uprooted trees. Estimated wind gusts of 40 to 60 mph from the northwest.

Wider weather episode

High pressure over the western mainland and a weak trough over the North Gulf Coast caused channeling through northerly passes, bringing strong gap winds to Prince William Sound.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 679850. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.