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Gale Watch
Issued: 6:29 AM Mar. 27, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas up to 7 ft possible. * WHERE...Southeast North Carolina and Northeast South Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday afternoon. * 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. &&
Fire Weather Watch
Issued: 6:25 AM Mar. 27, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR NORTHEAST SOUTH CAROLINA... The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...In South Carolina, Marlboro, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Williamsburg, Coastal Horry, Inland Georgetown, Coastal Georgetown, Central Horry and Northern Horry. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Northeast 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 to 25 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 62. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. &&
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