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Gale Warning

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Coastal waters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA out 20 nm, including Grays Reef National Marine Sanctuary

Status In Progress Started about 2 hours ago

Ends Oct 19, 8:00 AM EDT

Issued Oct 17, 7:58 PM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...Savannah to Altamaha Sound out 20 NM.

* WHEN...Until 8 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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