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Gale Warning
ActiveCoastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia-North Carolina border out 20 NM; Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM
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Severity
Moderate
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Expected
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Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with a few gusts up to 50 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out 20 NM and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 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.
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