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Gale Warning
ActiveCape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM; Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape from 15 to 80 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 19 to 24 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 16 to 21 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM and Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape from 15 to 80 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 3 PM AKST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM Friday to 6 AM AKST Saturday.
* 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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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