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Gale Watch
ActiveCoastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM
Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Gale Watch, northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
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