* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 8 ft. For the first Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt expected.
* WHERE...Stephens Passage.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM AKDT this morning. For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM AKDT this evening. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 10 AM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.