One product issued by NWS for: 5NM WSW Southport NC
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wilmington NC 225 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026 AMZ250-252-254-256-171900- /O.CON.KILM.GL.W.0011.261017T1600Z-261019T1500Z/ Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out 20 NM- Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 NM- Coastal waters from Murrells Inlet to South Santee River SC out 20 NM- 225 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 11 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Southeast North Carolina and Northeast South Carolina coastal waters out 20 NM. * WHEN...From noon today to 11 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$