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Gale Warning
ActiveCape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 13 to 15 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 11 to 13 ft expected.
* WHERE...Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM AKST early this morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from noon today to 6 PM AKST Thursday.
* 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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