One product issued by NWS for: 14NM WNW Northwest Places MR
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 200 PM EST Fri Jan 15 2021 AMZ152-154-156-158-160900- /O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0002.210116T1800Z-210117T1000Z/ 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- S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm- 200 PM EST Fri Jan 15 2021 ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SATURDAY TO 5 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night. * 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. && $$