Watches, Warnings & Advisories



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Gale Watch

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
140 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026

AMZ150-152-211845-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0005.260223T0000Z-260223T1500Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
140 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas
  5 to 8 ft possible.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Cape Hatteras.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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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