Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued December 18 at 12:01AM EST until December 20 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gray ME
Alert Description
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with a few gusts up to 50 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 AM EST this morning. For the Gale Warning, from 1 AM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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 severe conditions.