Gale Watch for Ocean Waters from the Merrimack River to Plymouth from 40 to 60 NM
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Coastal waters east of Ipswich Bay and the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, Massachusetts Bay and Ipswich Bay, Ocean Waters from the Merrimack River to Plymouth from 40 to 60 NM
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- Moderate
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- Possible
What is happening
What: North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet possible. Impacts: Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: Ocean Waters from the Merrimack River to Plymouth from 40 to 60 NM. When: From Thursday afternoon through Friday...
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 waves.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet possible. * WHERE...Ocean Waters from the Merrimack River to Plymouth from 40 to 60 NM. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Gale Watch issued October 21 at 2:36AM EDT until October 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Official revision - Alert
Gale Watch issued October 21 at 2:36AM EDT until October 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Boston/Norton MA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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