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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveGalveston Bay; Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM; Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM
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Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft possible.
* WHERE...Galveston Bay, Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 6 PM CST Sunday. For the Gale Watch, from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are likely on Sunday. Some thunderstorms will be capable of much stronger winds, hail, and waterspouts. .
Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
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