What is happening
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, 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 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 8 PM Thursday to 2 PM EDT 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 severe conditions.
