Painter, VA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
waves 3 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA,
Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA and
Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to midnight EST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves 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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