One product issued by NWS for: 5NM E Ocracoke NC
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 310 AM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 AMZ152-154-202000- /O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0028.000000T0000Z-250320T2200Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0021.250320T2200Z-250321T0800Z/ 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- 310 AM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 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 6 PM this evening to 4 AM EDT Friday. * 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 hazardous conditions. && $$