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Wind Advisory issued March 6 at 9:09PM AKST until March 8 at 12:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

AREAS AFFECTED: Western Kupreanof and Kuiu Island; Prince of Wales Island

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island and Prince of Wales Island. * WHEN...From 2 PM Saturday to midnight AKST Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Use extra caution if traveling by land, sea, or air. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The exact timing of the strongest winds remain uncertain given variations in potential storm track. Anticipate snow showers in the wake of the system.

INSTRUCTION: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

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