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Gale Watch
ActiveMoriches Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 NM; Fire Island Inlet NY to Moriches Inlet NY out 20 NM
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Moderate
Urgency
Future
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Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 feet possible.
* WHERE...Fire Island Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon.
* 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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