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Gale Watch
ActiveCoastal waters from South Santee River to Edisto Beach SC out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Edisto Beach SC to Savannah GA out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA out 20 nm, including Grays Reef National Marine Sanctuary
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Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft possible.
* WHERE...South Santee River SC to Altamaha Sound GA out 20 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 5 AM to 2 PM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Monday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
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