One product issued by NWS for: 5NM E Ocracoke NC
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 332 PM EST Fri Jan 28 2022 AMZ154-156-290845- /O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.220129T1200Z-220130T0600Z/ 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- 332 PM EST Fri Jan 28 2022 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Hatteras to Cape Lookout. * WHEN...From 7 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. * 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. && $$