One product issued by NWS for: 9NM ENE Nags Head NC
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 143 AM EDT Wed Mar 11 2026 AMZ150-152-154-111745- /O.EXT.KMHX.GL.A.0006.260312T1600Z-260313T0400Z/ S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm- S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm- S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary- 143 AM EDT Wed Mar 11 2026 ...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 4 to 8 ft possible. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Ocracoke Inlet. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * 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. && $$