What is happening
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. * WHERE...Clarence Strait. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until noon AKST today. For the Small Craft Advisory, from noon today to 6 AM AKST 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 Juneau AK. Wording is preserved from the source.
