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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveCape Spencer to Cape Fairweather out to 15 NM; Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM
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Minor
Urgency
Expected
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Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 25 to 30 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 18 to 23 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather out to 15 NM and Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM AKDT this morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM AKDT Friday.
* 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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