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Gale Watch

Active

Rhode Island Sound; Block Island Sound

Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Future
Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 7 feet possible.
* WHERE...Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound.
* WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

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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