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Gale Watch

Active

Coastal Waters from Montauk NY to Marthas Vineyard extending out to 20 NM South of Block Island

Starts Oct 16, 6:00 PM EDT

Ends Oct 17, 8:00 PM EDT

Issued Oct 15, 2:45 AM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet possible.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Montauk NY to Marthas Vineyard extending out to 20 NM South of Block Island.

* WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Instructions

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

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