Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves around 2 ft expected.

* WHERE...Currituck Sound.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Wednesday to 10 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.