Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the first Gale Warning, south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 18 to 21 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 17 to 18 ft expected. For the second Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 15 to 18 ft expected.

* WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision from 15 to 90 NM.

* WHEN...For the first Gale Warning, until 3 PM AKST this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM AKST this evening. For the second Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM AKST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.