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Gale Warning
ActiveCape Edgecumbe to Cape Spencer out to 15 NM; Cape Decision to Cape Edgecumbe 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, south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 14 to 19 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 15 to 20 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Edgecumbe to Cape Spencer out to 15 NM and Cape Decision to Cape Edgecumbe from 15 to 80 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM AKDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 5 PM AKDT Sunday.
* 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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