One product issued by NWS for: 14NM WNW Northwest Places MR
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 413 PM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 AMZ156-158-210800- /O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0021.250320T2200Z-250321T0800Z/ S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm- S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm- 413 PM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt, becoming northwest after midnight, and seas 7 to 10 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...Until 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. && $$