* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 1 to 3 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas up to 3 ft expected.
* WHERE...Portions of the coastal waters of Alabama and northwest Florida.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.