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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveNorthern Inland Waters Including The San Juan Islands
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Minor
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Expected
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Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with frequent gusts to 40 kt.
* WHERE...Northern Inland Waters Including The San Juan Islands.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM PST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 4 PM Saturday to 7 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.
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