One product issued by NWS for: 5NM E Ocracoke NC
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 417 AM EDT Fri Mar 24 2023 AMZ152-154-156-242030- /O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0017.000000T0000Z-230325T0000Z/ 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- S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm- 417 AM EDT Fri Mar 24 2023 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Lookout. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$