- In force from
- Oct 17, 8:00 AM EDT
- Until
- Oct 19, 6:00 AM EDT
- Issued
- Oct 15, 3:06 PM EDT
- Office
- Newport/Morehead City, NC
- Number
- 15 of its kind from this office this year
- Severity
- Moderate
- Where
- Atlantic waters
GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT
- What
- North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and extremely rough waters possible.
- Where
- Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the Alligator River, and Pamlico Sound.
- When
- From Saturday morning through late Sunday night.
- Impacts
- Strong winds can cause hazardous seas 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 seas.
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