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ActiveCoastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM
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Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt, becoming northwest and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt, becoming northeast Sunday morning and seas 7 to 12 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Saturday to 7 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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