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Gale Watch

Apalachee Bay or Coastal Waters From Keaton Beach to Ochlockonee River Fl out to 20 Nm; Coastal Waters From Ochlockonee River to Apalachicola FL out to 20 Nm; Coastal waters from Suwannee River to Keaton Beach out 20 NM; and 1 more

Upgraded Oct 16, 2:55 AM EDT

Map of the Gale Watch over Apalachee Bay or Coastal Waters From Keaton Beach to Ochlockonee River Fl out to 20 Nm. Drawn on the national sheet; the scale is at its foot.

In force from: Oct 16, 8:00 PM EDT
Until: Oct 18, 8:00 AM EDT
Issued: Oct 15, 2:29 PM EDT
Office: Tallahassee, FL
Number: 5 of its kind from this office this year
Severity: Moderate
Where: Gulf of America waters

GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING
What
North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft possible.
Where
Nearshore Gulf waters from the Ochlockonee River to the Suwannee River out 20 nautical miles, Coastal Waters From Ochlockonee River to Apalachicola Fl out to 20 Nm, and Waters from Suwannee River to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM.
When
From late Friday night through Sunday morning.
Impacts
Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
What to do
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 seas.

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