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Gale Warning

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Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM

Status In Progress Started 3 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 24 to 29 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM AKDT this evening. For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM AKDT Tuesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 10 PM Tuesday to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday.
* 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.
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