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ActiveWaters from Fenwick Island DE to Chintoteague VA from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Chincoteague VA to Parramore Island VA from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Parramore Island VA to Cape Charles Light VA from 20 to 60 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft.
* WHERE...Waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chintoteague VA from 20 to 60 NM, Waters from Chincoteague VA to Parramore Island VA from 20 to 60 NM and Waters from Parramore Island VA to Cape Charles Light VA from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT 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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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