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Gale Warning
ActiveWaters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC from 20 to 60 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 16 to 21 ft.
* WHERE...The offshore waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.
* WHEN...Until 8 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.
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