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Gale Warning
ActiveCoastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm; Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To 60 Nm
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt and seas 16 to 21 ft. For the Storm Watch, southwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts to 50 kt and seas 23 to 28 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm, Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm and Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To 60 Nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. For the Storm Watch, from Saturday morning through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should prepare to remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions before conditions deteriorate.
Data from the National Weather Service
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