One product issued by NWS for: 27NM NE Gloucester MA
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Gray ME 859 AM EST Tue Feb 25 2020 ANZ150>154-260400- /O.CON.KGYX.GL.A.0007.200227T0600Z-200227T2200Z/ Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM- Penobscot Bay- Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM-Casco Bay- Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM- 859 AM EST Tue Feb 25 2020 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 12 feet possible. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Merrimack River, MA to Stonington, ME out to 25 NM, including Casco and Penobscot Bays. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas. && $$ ARNOTT