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Gale Warning
Issued: 10:40 AM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...North to northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale conditions could persist into mid to late week. 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. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 7:00 AM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 AM EDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Western Currituck County. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
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