Small Craft Advisory for Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca; East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca, East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
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- Minor
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- Expected
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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
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 2:09AM PDT until October 9 at 3:00AM 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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