High winds sweep through downtown Anchorage as seen from the McKinley Tower Apartments rooftop, looking east toward the Chugach Mountains.
The diagonal roadway at left is 4th Avenue (one-way eastbound), with 5th Avenue running parallel to the right (one-way westbound) and 6th Avenue barely visible farther right (one-way eastbound). Eagle Street is in the foreground, while Merrill Field appears in the background just left of center.
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By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | December 2025
High Wind Warning in Effect Until 6 PM AKST Today
The National Weather Service in Anchorage has extended a High Wind Warning for Anchorage, Eagle River, and Eklutna due to persistently strong northerly winds. National Weather Service
What to Expect:
This camera looks southeast over Midtown, with the Sears Mall (tan, single-story building) centered in the frame. Northern Lights Boulevard runs in front of the mall (one-way westbound), while Benson Boulevard runs behind it (one-way eastbound). At center left is the Fred Meyer shopping complex, with the New Seward Highway running north–south between the two malls. The high-rise near the center of the image is an office building.
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• Winds: North winds sustained 20–30 mph with gusts up to 40–60 mph, strongest near Knik Arm and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. National Weather Service
• Conditions: Wind may move loose debris, cause property damage, and lead to power outages. Travel, especially on open roadways, will be challenging this afternoon. National Weather Service
Safety Tips:
• Secure outdoor furniture, bins, and other loose objects. National Weather Service
• Prepare for possible power interruptions. National Weather Service
• Use extra caution if driving, particularly high-profile vehicles. National Weather Service
Timing: The advisory remains in effect through 6 PM AKST today, with winds gradually subsiding into the evening. National Weather Service
Stay tuned to local weather updates if you’re heading out this afternoon.
