OFFICIAL WEATHER ALERT · ACTIVE

Gale Warning

Gale Warning issued October 21 at 1:20PM EDT until October 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Moderate

What is happening

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet. * WHERE...Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Thursday. * 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 Boston/Norton MA. Wording is preserved from the source.

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