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Gale Watch for Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point; York River; James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge

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What: For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft possible. Impacts: Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce...

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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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* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft possible. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 6 PM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

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    Gale Watch issued October 16 at 3:23AM EDT until October 18 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Wakefield VA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.

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