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Gale Watch
ActiveWest Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 35 kt and seas 10 to 13 ft possible.
* WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM PST Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans.
Data from the National Weather Service
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