One product issued by NWS for: 9NM WSW Monitor National Sanctuary MR
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 717 AM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024 AMZ152-154-281930- /O.CAN.KMHX.MF.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-240328T1200Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0013.240328T1800Z-240329T1300Z/ S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm- S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary- 717 AM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 AM EDT FRIDAY... ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 11 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 9 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Low visibility will make navigation difficult. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$