Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued October 31 at 2:00PM EDT until November 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Alert Description
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 12 to 17 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM and Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind waves interfering with swell from Hurricane Melissa may result in especially dangerous seas at times today through Saturday.
Safety Instructions
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.