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Gale Warning

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Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM

Status In Progress Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 12 ft.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* 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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