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Gale Warning
ActiveCoastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM
Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 2 to 5 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Saturday to 6 AM EDT Tuesday.
* 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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