WWAK71 PAFC 201346

NPWAER



URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Anchorage AK

546 AM AKDT Fri Mar 20 2026



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Lower Matanuska Valley-

Including the cities of Wasilla, Palmer, and Big Lake

546 AM AKDT Fri Mar 20 2026



...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY 

EVENING...



* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 

  possible.



* WHERE...Lower Matanuska Valley.



* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.



* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 

  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind 

event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 

situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe 

location prior to the onset of winds.



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