* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.
* WHERE...Chuuk Coastal Waters.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM ChST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Depression 17W was upgraded to Tropical Storm Saudel by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center and continues to consolidate as it moves north-northwest. Strong westerly winds are ongoing south of the circulation and will continue to impact Chuuk, with 40 kt gusts possible Thursday.