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Gale Warning
ActiveFire Island Inlet NY to Moriches Inlet NY out 20 NM; Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM
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Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
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Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, E winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 6 ft. For the Gale Warning, NE winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected.
* WHERE...Sandy Hook NJ to Moriches Inlet NY out 20 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northerly gales may develop on Friday.
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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