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Gale Warning
Issued: 6:26 PM May. 28, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 8 PM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas
4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...In Massachusetts coastal waters, Nantucket Sound,
Vineyard Sound and Buzzards Bay. In Rhode Island coastal
waters, Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.

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


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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