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Gale Warning
ActiveWaters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA extending from 20 to 60 NM
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Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.
* WHERE...Savannah to Altamaha Sound from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 2 PM Thursday to 6 AM EDT Friday.
* 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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