Morehead City, NC Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas
6 to 9 ft possible.

* WHERE...The coastal and offshore waters from Cape Lookout to
Surf City.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong east to southeast winds and elevated
seas are possible Saturday through Saturday night as a strong
gradient develops along an advancing warm front and weak area of
low pressure.

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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