Gale Watch for S of Cape Lookout NC to Surf City NC out to 20 NM; Waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City NC from 20 to 60 NM
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- S of Cape Lookout NC to Surf City NC out to 20 NM, Waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City NC from 20 to 60 NM
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- Moderate
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- Possible
What is happening
What: East winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft possible. Impacts: Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: The coastal and offshore waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City. When: From Saturday morning through Sunday morning.
What the bulletin says 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.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft possible. * WHERE...The coastal and offshore waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong east to southeast winds and elevated seas are possible Saturday through Saturday night as a strong gradient develops along an advancing warm front and weak area of low pressure.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Gale Watch issued October 8 at 2:49PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Newport/Morehead City NC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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