What is happening
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected. * WHERE...Cape Decision to Cape Edgecumbe out to 15 NM. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 PM AKST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM this evening 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.
Original message from NWS Juneau AK. Wording is preserved from the source.
