Gale Warning

Active

Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Murrells Inlet to South Santee River SC out 20 NM

Status In Progress Started about 1 hour ago

Ends Oct 19, 2:00 AM EDT

Issued Oct 18, 2:26 AM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...Northeast South Carolina coastal waters out 20 NM.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Monday.

* 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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