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Gale Warning

Active

West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca

Status In Progress Started about 1 hour ago

Ends Nov 8, 10:00 AM PST

Issued Nov 7, 2:39 PM PST

Severity Moderate

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Instructions

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

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