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Gale Watch

Active

Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm; Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm

Starts Sep 24, 8:00 PM PDT

Ends Sep 25, 11:00 AM PDT

Issued Sep 23, 1:15 PM PDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...South to southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and very steep seas 9 to 16 ft at 8 to 10 seconds possible.

* WHERE...All the area but strongest winds and highest seas will be from Charleston north.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are possible.

* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks

Instructions

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid strong winds and very steep seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

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