Hatteras, NC Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale force northerly winds are expected to
develop later today in the wake of a cold front passage.

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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