High Surf — Yukon Delta, Alaska

2017-09-18 to 2017-09-19 · Yukon Delta, Alaska

Wider weather episode

Strong westerly winds created high surf and minor beach erosion for the coastal areas near Emmonak. Waves and surf built to 6 to 11 feet offshore with runup above the normal high tide line. Also high surf in Norton Sound with waves 4 to 6 feet offshore.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 721543. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.