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Gale Warning
ActiveCape Edgecumbe to Cape Spencer out to 15 NM; Cape Decision to Cape Edgecumbe from 15 to 80 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 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 18 to 23 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Edgecumbe to Cape Spencer out to 15 NM and Cape Decision to Cape Edgecumbe from 15 to 80 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 PM AKDT Tuesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 7 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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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