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Gale Warning
ActiveDixon Entrance to Cape Decision from 15 to 90 NM
Status
In Progress
Started 15 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas building to 18 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory behind the diminishing gale conditions, west winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected.
* WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision from 15 to 90 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from noon today to 9 PM AKST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory behind the diminishing gale conditions, from 9 PM this evening to 6 PM AKST Sunday.
* 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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