* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.
* WHERE...Stephens Passage.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 PM AKDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 4 AM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.