* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.
* WHERE...Stephens Passage.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until noon AKST Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from noon Thursday to 3 AM AKST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.