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Gale Watch

Active

Waters from South Santee River SC to Edisto Beach SC extending from 20 to 60 NM

Starts Sep 24, 2:00 PM EDT

Ends Sep 25, 8:00 AM EDT

Issued Sep 23, 8:20 AM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 12 ft possible.

* WHERE...Waters from South Santee River SC to Edisto Beach SC extending from 20 to 60 NM and Waters from Edisto Beach SC to Savannah GA extending from 20 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday morning.

* 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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