- In force from
- Oct 17, 5:00 AM EDT
- Until
- Oct 19, 2:00 AM EDT
- Issued
- Oct 15, 2:55 PM EDT
- Updated
- 3 times, last Oct 15, 10:03 PM EDT
- Office
- Wakefield, VA
- Number
- 17 of its kind from this office this year
- Severity
- Moderate
- Where
- Atlantic waters
GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
- What
- Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft possible.
- Where
- Currituck Sound.
- When
- From Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night.
- Impacts
- Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
What to do
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 waves.
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