* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 16 to 21 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cross Sound.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 7 PM AKDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 10 AM AKDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.