Small Craft Advisory for Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM
What: For the first Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 12 to 17 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the first Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 12 to 17 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 kt and seas 12 to 17 ft expected.
WHERE
Cape Spencer to Cape Fairweather from 15 to 85 NM.
WHEN
For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM AKDT Sunday. For the Gale Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM AKDT Sunday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM Sunday to 4 AM AKDT Monday.
IMPACTS
Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.