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Gale Watch
Issued: 6:47 PM Sep. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 2 to 4 feet. For the Gale Watch, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet possible. * WHERE...Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EDT this afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon 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. &&
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