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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveLong Island Sound East of the Mouth of the Connecticut River
Status
In Progress
Started 40 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, E winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft. For the Gale Warning, NE winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft expected.
* WHERE...Long Island Sound east of Orient Point and the Connecticut River.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EST Friday.
* 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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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