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Gale Warning

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Waters from Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC from 20 to 60 NM

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Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with occasional gusts up to 50 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft expected.
* WHERE...The offshore waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 6 AM EDT 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.
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