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Gale Warning
Issued: 12:11 PM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. 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. &&
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