Kodiak Emergency Operations Center

03/17/2026

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03/16/2026

Good morning, Kodiak. Resuspended Ash Update:
Strong northwest winds are resuspending ash from Katmai-Novarupta. Karluk and Larsen Bay will likely see the greatest impacts. People who have respiratory ailments or those in sensitive groups are urged to reduce time outside. Resuspended ash will likely continue through at least Tuesday morning.

03/09/2026

Good Morning Kodiak,
Northwesterly winds with gusts up to 35 mph across Shelikof Straight and the waters around Kodiak Island will continue through early Tuesday morning. These winds are resuspending ash from the 1912 Katmai-Novarupta eruption aloft, causing haze and potentially trace amounts of ash accumulation at the surface. The communities of Karluk, Akhiok, and Larsen Bay are most likely to be affected. Those with respiratory ailments in these areas are encouraged to avoid or reduce outdoor activity to avoid inhaling the ash.

Winds are expected to diminish overnight tonight through Tuesday morning, which should cause ash to settle out of the atmosphere.

02/27/2026

Good morning, Kodiak. Here is the latest NWS forecast for Kodiak.

02/26/2026

Good Morning Kodiak
Chances are increasing that a winter storm system will move over Kodiak Island late Saturday into Sunday. There are still some differences in model output to keep confidence below average, specifically with respect to the exact track of the approaching low. Regardless, moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds will both be possible. If confidence increases over the next 6 to 12 hours, a winter storm watch or even a blizzard watch may be issued.
Stay tuned to the latest forecast.

02/24/2026

Upgrade: A High Wind Watch for northeastern Kodiak Island has been upgraded to a High Wind Warning. The warning is valid from 3 AM to 9 PM Wednesday AKST. Northwest winds from 35 to 50 mph will gust as high as 75 mph, with the strongest gusts expected during the morning hours.

02/24/2026

A High Wind Watch is in effect this evening through Friday night, with gusts up to 75 mph possible for northeast Kodiak Island.
Wind chills near Kodiak may drop as low as -15° on Wednesday morning.

02/19/2026

High Wind Warning in Effect for Kodiak Island
A High Wind Warning is in effect this evening through Friday morning, with gusts up to 75 mph for Kodiak Island.

Wind chills for Kodiak Island may drop as low as 0° to 5° late Thursday night.

02/18/2026

Winter Weather Advisory - High Wind Advisory

02/13/2026

🚨 When you feel an earthquake... DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON

Alaska has earthquakes every day. If you feel shaking:

• Drop to your hands and knees
• Cover your head and neck under sturdy furniture
• Hold On until the shaking stops

In bed? --> Stay there and cover your head and neck with a pillow.
Outside? --> Move away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Drop and protect your head and neck.

For real-time earthquake information, maps, and recent activity, visit the Alaska Earthquake Center at https://earthquake.alaska.edu/

02/05/2026

Public Service Announcement

Public Safety Notice – Pillar Mountain Pedestrian Travel

Due to a recent landslide on Pillar Mountain, all pedestrian travel and trail use in the area is currently unsafe. The affected terrain may remain unstable, posing ongoing risks including additional slides, falling debris, and ground failure.

For public safety, all foot traffic on Pillar Mountain trails should be avoided until further notice.

The public is advised to comply with any posted warnings or closures and to monitor updates from local authorities regarding trail conditions and future access.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping ensure community safety.

01/15/2026

Update: School and City offices will be closed today.

Roads are very slick this morning. City Hall is following the School District and will be on a 2-hour delay to help keep roads free of unnecessary travel.

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