One product issued by NWS for: 8NM NE Topsail Tire Reef MR
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 310 AM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 AMZ156-158-202000- /O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0028.000000T0000Z-250320T2200Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0021.250320T2200Z-250321T0600Z/ S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm- S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm- 310 AM EDT Thu Mar 20 2025 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 2 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. && $$