What is happening
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Clarence Strait. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until midnight AKST tonight. For the Gale Warning, from midnight tonight to 6 AM AKST Wednesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Official instructions
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.
