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Gale Warning
ActiveS of Currituck Beach Light NC to Oregon Inlet NC out to 20 NM; Waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC from 20 to 60 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft.
* WHERE...In coastal waters, the coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet. In offshore waters, the offshore waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.
Data from the National Weather Service
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