...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt
with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, west
winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt possible.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island MD to Smith Point VA
and adjoining estuaries, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD
to Smith Point VA.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
to 6 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday
afternoon through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves 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 waves.
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