Gale Watch for Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca; East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
Official alert fields
What you need to know
- Applies to
- Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca, Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm, Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm, Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm, East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca, Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm
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What is happening
What: For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 kt. For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt, with gusts up to 40 kt possible. Impacts: Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U....
What the bulletin says to do
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 kt. For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt, with gusts up to 40 kt possible. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through Friday evening. * 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 8 at 2:09AM PDT until October 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Official revision - Alert
Gale Watch issued October 8 at 2:09AM PDT until October 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Official revision
Source and limitations
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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