Kauai Northwest Waters; Kauai Windward Waters; Kauai Leeward Waters; Kauai Channel; Oahu Windward Waters; Oahu Leeward Waters; Kaiwi Channel; Maui County Windward Waters; Maui County Leeward Waters; Maalaea Bay; Pailolo Channel; Alenuihaha Channel; Big Island Windward Waters; Big Island Leeward Waters; Big Island Southeast Waters
StatusIn ProgressStarted about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
SeverityModerate
UrgencyExpected
CertaintyLikely
Details
* WHAT...East winds up to 35 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet.
* WHERE...All Hawaiian coastal waters.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels.
Instructions
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.