What is happening
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...Stephens Passage. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM AKST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM AKST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Official 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.
Original message from NWS Juneau AK. Wording is preserved from the source.
