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Gale Warning
ActiveSouthern Chatham Strait
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 15 to 20 ft expected.
* WHERE...Southern Chatham Strait.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 PM AKST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 6 PM AKST Tuesday.
* 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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