* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 12 to 17 feet.
* WHERE...Waters from Moriches Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY from 20 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.