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Gale Watch
Issued: 1:04 PM Oct. 16, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY MORNING...
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very
rough waters possible.

* WHERE...Neuse and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 9 AM EDT this
morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through
Monday morning.

* 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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