First published 9/18/2026, 8:37:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 8:37:15 PM

Small Craft Advisory issued September 18 at 9:59AM AKDT until September 19 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

The National Weather Service office in Juneau, AK issued a Small Craft Advisory on Sept 18 at 9:59 AM AKDT in effect until Sept 19 at 7:00 PM AKDT, warning of hazardous marine conditions for small vessels in the Juneau area.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 4/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Gusty winds and rough seas can endanger small boats, disrupt local marine travel and fishing, and increase the risk of maritime incidents along the Juneau coastal waters. Mariners and recreational boaters should take precautions or avoid going out during the advisory period.

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Small Craft Advisory issued September 18 at 9:59AM AKDT until September 19 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

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