* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, east winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cross Sound.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM AKST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 9 AM AKST Friday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 6 PM AKST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.