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Gale Warning
ActiveCoastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft. For the Gale Watch, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM EDT this morning. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale conditions could persist into mid to late week.
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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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