Gale Warning for East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
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What is happening
What: Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with frequent gusts to 35 kt. Impacts: Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. When: From 2 AM to 5 PM PDT Sunday.
What the bulletin says to do
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.
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* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with frequent gusts to 35 kt. * WHERE...East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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Gale Warning issued October 24 at 1:20PM PDT until October 25 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Seattle WA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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