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Gale Warning 24, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

December 7, 2018

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this gale warning at Dec 7, 2018, 10:06 AM EST. It took effect at Dec 9, 2018, 1:00 AM EST. It was in force for 45 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

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The facts

Issued
Dec 7, 2018, 10:06 AM EST (15:06 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 9, 2018, 1:00 AM EST
Expired
Dec 10, 2018, 9:30 PM EST
In force
45 hr
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

The text

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387 
WHUS72 KMHX 071506
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

...GALE FORCE WINDS AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED SUNDAY AND
MONDAY...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas expected
to develop Sunday and continue into early next week, as an area
of low pressure lifts along the North Carolina coast. Northeast
winds will increase to 25 to 35 knots with gusts 35 to 45 knots.
A period of Storm Force wind gusts will be possible across the
outer coastal waters late Sunday into Monday. Seas are expected
to build to 10 to 18 feet.

AMZ156-158-080300-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T0800Z-181211T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T0800Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 3 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST
Monday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...8 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-080300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1400Z-181211T0600Z/
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-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
MONDAY NIGHT...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...11 to 16 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

$$

AMZ150-080300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

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

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...9 to 14 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-080300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0000Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

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

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

$$

AMZ135-080300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0300Z/
Pamlico Sound-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

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

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-080300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T2100Z-181210T1800Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
1006 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

$$
12 follow-up statements
029 
WHUS72 KMHX 080826
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE FORCE WINDS AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED SUNDAY AND
MONDAY...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas expected
to develop Sunday and continue into early next week, as an area
of low pressure lifts along the North Carolina coast. Northeast
winds will increase to 25 to 35 knots with gusts 35 to 45 knots.
A period of Storm Force wind gusts will be possible across the
outer coastal waters late Sunday into Monday. Seas are expected
to build to 10 to 18 feet.

AMZ152-154-082030-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181211T0600Z/
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1400Z-181211T0600Z/
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-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST
Tuesday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 18 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-082030-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1600Z-181210T1800Z/
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 1 PM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM Sunday to 1 PM EST
Monday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...8 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-082030-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1600Z-181210T1500Z/
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0000Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 10 AM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM Sunday to 10 AM EST
Monday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-082030-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181211T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T1800Z-181211T0300Z/
Pamlico Sound-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST
Monday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-082030-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1800Z-181210T0900Z/
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.A.0013.181209T2100Z-181210T1800Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SUNDAY TO 4 AM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM Sunday to 4 AM EST
Monday. The Gale Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-082030-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T0600Z-181211T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
326 AM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 10 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$
807 
WHUS72 KMHX 081930
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE FORCE WINDS AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED SUNDAY AND
MONDAY...
...HIGH SEAS CONTINUE THROUGH MID WEEK...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas are expected
to develop Sunday as an area of low pressure slowly lifts along 
the North Carolina coast. Northeast winds will increase to 25 to 
35 knots with gusts 35 to 45 knots. A period of Storm Force wind 
gusts will be possible across the outer coastal waters late Sunday
into early Monday. Seas are expected to build to 10 to 18 feet.

AMZ152-154-091000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181211T1800Z/
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-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 1 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 16 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-091000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 1 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...9 to 15 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-091000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1200Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-091000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181210T1800Z/
Pamlico Sound-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 1 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-091000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T0600Z-181211T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 10 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 12 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-091000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1800Z-181210T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
230 PM EST Sat Dec 8 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SUNDAY TO 4 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$
408 
WHUS72 KMHX 090850
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE FORCE WINDS AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED TODAY THROUGH 
MONDAY... ...HIGH SEAS CONTINUE THROUGH MID WEEK...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas are
expected to develop later today as an area of low pressure slowly
lifts along the North Carolina coast. Northeast winds will 
increase to 25 to 35 knots with gusts 35 to 45 knots. A period of 
Storm Force wind gusts will be possible across the outer coastal 
waters late Sunday into early Monday. Seas are expected to build 
to 10 to 18 feet.

AMZ156-158-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 12 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181211T1800Z/
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-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM
EST TUESDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 15 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 1 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...9 to 14 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1200Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1200Z-181210T1800Z/
Pamlico Sound-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM
EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1800Z-181210T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
350 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 AM EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$
096 
WHUS72 KMHX 091500
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM FORCE WINDS EXPECTED TONIGHT AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas are
expected to develop later today as an area of low pressure slowly
lifts along the North Carolina coast. Northeast winds will
increase to 25 to 35 knots with gusts 35 to 45 knots. Winds
increase to storm force tonight as low pressure deepens rapidly
off the Outer Banks. Seas are expected to build to 10 to 18 feet.

AMZ135-101000-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181210T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Storm Warning, which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to
6 AM EST Monday. The Gale Warning is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-101000-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181210T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Storm Warning, which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to
6 AM EST Monday. The Gale Warning is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-101000-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181210T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
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-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Storm Warning, which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to
6 AM EST Monday. The Gale Warning is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 15 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ156-101000-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181210T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Storm Warning, which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to
6 AM EST Monday. The Gale Warning is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* SEAS...8 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ150-101000-
/O.UPG.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1700Z-181210T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181210T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Storm Warning, which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to
6 AM EST Monday. The Gale Warning is no longer in effect.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* SEAS...9 to 14 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ158-101000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...6 to 11 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-101000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.181209T1800Z-181210T1100Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
1000 AM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 AM
EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$
394 
WHUS72 KMHX 092001
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
301 PM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM FORCE WINDS EXPECTED TONIGHT AND DANGEROUS SEAS EXPECTED
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.A prolonged period of strong winds and dangerous seas are
expected as an area of low pressure slowly lifts along the North 
Carolina coast. Northeast winds will increase to 25 to 35 knots 
with gusts 35 to 45 knots. Winds increase to storm force tonight 
as low pressure deepens off the Outer Banks. Seas are expected to
build to 15 to 19 feet.

AMZ150-152-154-156-100915-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181209T2300Z-181210T1100Z/
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-
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
301 PM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* SEAS...12 to 18 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-135-100915-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SR.W.0003.181209T2300Z-181210T1100Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-Pamlico Sound-
301 PM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* WAVES...4 to 6 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$

AMZ158-100915-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
301 PM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 10 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-100915-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
301 PM EST Sun Dec 9 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST MONDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...Very rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$
278 
WHUS72 KMHX 100729
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...STRONG WINDS EXPECTED THROUGH TONIGHT WITH DANGEROUS SEAS 
LIKELY THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as 
an area of low pressure slowly moves east of the coast through 
tonight. North winds 35 to 45 kts coastal waters will slowly 
diminish through tonight. Seas as high as 20 feet this morning 
northern wtrs and 8 to 12 feet south will only slowly subside
through Tuesday. 

AMZ135-101930-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.EXA.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 7 PM EST this evening.
The Storm Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-101500-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 10 AM EST this morning.
The Storm Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-101930-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0600Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 1 AM EST Tuesday. The
Storm Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 15 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-101930-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.181210T0729Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 7 PM EST this
evening. The Gale Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-101930-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0600Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...6 to 11 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-152-154-101100-
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
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-
229 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt.

* SEAS...16 to 21 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Storm Warning means winds of 48 to 63 knots are imminent or
occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in port, or take
shelter until winds and waves subside. Commercial vessels should
prepare for very strong winds and dangerous sea conditions, and
consider remaining in port or taking shelter in port until winds
and waves subside.

&&

$$
876 
WHUS72 KMHX 101107
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...STRONG WINDS EXPECTED THROUGH TONIGHT WITH DANGEROUS SEAS
LIKELY THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east of the coast through
tonight. North winds 25 to 35 knots with gusts to 45 knots 
coastal waters will slowly diminish through tonight. Seas as high 
as 20 feet this morning northern waters and 7 to 11 feet south 
will only slowly subside through Tuesday.

AMZ152-154-102315-
/O.EXP.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T1000Z/
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-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 5 AM EST Tuesday.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...14 to 19 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-102315-
/O.EXP.KMHX.SR.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181210T1100Z/
/O.EXA.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 7 PM EST this evening.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...13 to 19 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-102315-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0600Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 12 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-101500-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-102315-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-102315-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
607 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$
891 
WHUS72 KMHX 101525
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SLOWLY DIMINISHING WINDS TODAY, WITH DANGEROUS SEAS LIKELY 
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east and away from the NC
coast. North winds 25 to 35 knots with gusts to 45 knots coastal 
waters will slowly diminish through tonight. Seas as high as 20 
feet this morning northern waters and 7 to 11 feet south will only
slowly subside through Tuesday.

AMZ130-131-101800-
/O.EXP.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181210T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0025.181210T1525Z-181210T1800Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Gale Warning, which is in effect until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-110000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 12 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...11 to 16 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-110930-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T1000Z/
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-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...13 to 18 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
1025 AM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$
432 
WHUS72 KMHX 101801
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SLOWLY DIMINISHING WINDS TODAY, WITH DANGEROUS SEAS LIKELY
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east and away from the NC
coast. North winds 25 to 35 knots with gusts to 45 knots coastal
waters will slowly diminish through tonight. Seas as high as
15 to 18 feet northern waters and 7 to 11 feet south will only 
slowly subside through Tuesday.

AMZ130-131-110915-
/O.EXP.KMHX.GL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-181210T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 10 AM EST
Tuesday.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...1 to 3 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...6 to 11 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...11 to 15 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-110915-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T1000Z/
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-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt.

* SEAS...12 to 17 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
101 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$
111 
WHUS72 KMHX 102038
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SLOWLY DIMINISHING WINDS THROUGH TUESDAY, WITH DANGEROUS SEAS 
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east and away from the NC
coast. Gale force winds will slowly diminish this evening. Seas 
as high as 15 to 18 feet northern waters and 7 to 11 feet south 
will only slowly subside through mid week.

AMZ156-158-110945-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T1500Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 10 AM EST
Wednesday. The Gale Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 10 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-102145-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has
cancelled the Small Craft Advisory.

Wind gusts to 25 knots have diminished.

$$

AMZ152-154-110300-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0300Z/
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-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...11 to 16 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* WAVES...3 to 5 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-110000-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-110945-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
338 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30kt.

* SEAS...1 to 2 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$
394 
WHUS72 KMHX 102354
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SLOWLY DIMINISHING WINDS THROUGH TUESDAY, WITH DANGEROUS SEAS
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east and away from the NC
coast. Gale force winds will slowly diminish this evening. Seas
as high as 15 feet northern waters and 7 to 10 feet south will 
only slowly subside through mid week.

AMZ150-111200-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T0900Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 4 AM EST
Wednesday. The Gale Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...North 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 14 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-111200-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T2100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 4 PM EST
Tuesday. The Gale Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt.

* SEAS...2 to 4 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-110300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0300Z/
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-
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WINDS...North 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt.

* SEAS...10 to 14 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-111200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WAVES...Around 2 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-111200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T1500Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
654 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
WEDNESDAY...

* WINDS...Northwest 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 10 feet.

* WAVES...Rough.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$
363 
WHUS72 KMHX 110230
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SLOWLY DIMINISHING WINDS THROUGH TUESDAY, WITH DANGEROUS SEAS
THROUGH MID WEEK...

.Continued strong north winds and dangerous seas are expected as
an area of low pressure slowly moves east and away from the NC
coast. Gale force winds will slowly diminish this evening. Seas
as high as 13 feet northern waters and 7 to 10 feet south will
only slowly subside through mid week.

AMZ152-154-111430-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-181211T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T1800Z/
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-
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has issued
a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 1 PM EST
Wednesday. The Gale Warning has been cancelled.

* WINDS...Northwest 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...8 to 13 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ130-131-111430-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T1500Z/
Albemarle Sound-Alligator River-
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt.

* WAVES...Around 2 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-111430-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T1500Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
WEDNESDAY...

* WINDS...Northwest 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...7 to 10 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-111430-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181212T0900Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST
WEDNESDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* SEAS...6 to 11 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-111430-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0104.000000T0000Z-181211T2100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
930 PM EST Mon Dec 10 2018

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WINDS...North 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WAVES...2 to 4 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots
and/or seas of 6 feet or greater are expected to produce
hazardous wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this gale warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC wrote its last area forecast discussion before this gale warning went out at Dec 7, 6:41 AM EST, 3 hours 25 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 7, 6:41 AM EST, 3 hours 25 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
641 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

.SYNOPSIS...
High pressure will remain in control through the end of the
work week. A long lasting and significant coastal storm is
expected to impact the region this weekend and into early next
week. High pressure will build over the area Tuesday night
through Thursday.

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING/...
As of 640 AM Fri...A dry cold front will move through later
this morning, as a very broad upper trough passes to the north.
The front will mostly serve as a wind shift, with winds turning
to the north behind it. High pressure will build back in from
the NW, thereafter. Another cool day is expected with highs
ranging from the upper 40s to low 50s across Eastern NC.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH 6 AM SATURDAY/...
As of 245 AM Fri...Strong high pressure over the Midwest will
continue ridging into the region. Moisture from the impending
coastal storm will reach NC by Saturday morning, but most models
are holding off any precip reaching the ground until at least
mid morning, so will keep forecast dry. Despite increasing
clouds overnight, low temps should reach the low to mid 30s
inland, and the upper 30s to low 40s along the coast.

&&

.LONG TERM /SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/...
As of 315 AM Fri...Very active and complex pattern expected
across the area this weekend into early next week, as a strong
coastal storm impacts the region. The primary impacts will
include strong gusty winds, coastal flooding issues, heavy
rainfall, rough surf and perhaps some wintry precipitation
across the western portions of the CWA.

Saturday through Tuesday...An area of low pressure is forecast
to move through the Gulf states Saturday, strengthening and
lifting along the SE coast Sunday, and then along the NC coast
Sunday night into Monday. Overall, models remain in good
agreement regarding the big picture with good run to run
consistency, but there's still some uncertainty with specifics
and timing. Models are now trending faster bringing in the
precip Sat (ECMWF now more like previous runs of the GFS).
Still looks like it will start as light rain, then likely
transition to a period of mixed precip, likely a rain/snow maybe
sleet mix, across the coastal plain late Saturday night into
the first part of Sunday. Added some light snow accumulation
(0.5" or less) for areas west of Hwy 17, with best chances
likely across our NW counties (Pitt and Martin)...though ECMWF
has consistently been showing snow accum further south towards
Duplin county. Still lots of uncertainty with regard to p-type
and amts, will continue to fine tune during later shifts. As the
low-levels warm, precipitation should change to rain Sunday
afternoon. Heaviest rain looks like Sun. No significant changes
to the QPF forecast as a storm total QPF of 1.5-3 inches still
looks to be on track, highest along the coast. Localized
flooding will be possible, best chances along the coast. A Flash
Flood Watch may be needed for coastal counties. Gusty ENE winds
develop Sunday, becoming more NNE Sun night and Monday, with
gusts 25-35 mph inland and 40-50 mph along the coast. Wind
Advisories will likely be needed along the coast later on.

Though the GFS continues to be slightly faster than the ECMWF
moving the initial surface low to the ENE, both models continue
to show upper low moving through the TN Valley region and into
the Carolinas on the backside of the initial surface low late
Monday and Tuesday, inducing additional cyclogenesis off the
coast (in response to amplifying northern stream wave). Periods
of rain will continue through Monday. Depending on the amount
of moisture and thermal profiles, some wintry type precip will
be possible again across portions of Eastern NC Mon. night and
early Tue. A wintry mix will be possible, with the potential for
additional light snow accumulation, mainly for areas along and
west of Hwy 17. Still alot of uncertainty.

Many impacts are likely to be felt across the region this
weekend into early next week, including heavy rain, strong
winds along the coast, coastal flooding, rough surf, and
potential winter weather. Please see tides/coastal flooding
section below for additional information.

Wednesday through Thursday...Looks like it finally dries out
Tue night through Thu, with high pressure building in from the
southwest. Cool Wed with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s,
warming into the 50s Thu.

&&

.AVIATION /12Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Short Term /through Saturday Morning/...
As of 640 AM Fri...VFR conditions are expected through the TAF
period. A dry cold front will move through this morning and
shift winds from W to N at 5-10 kts. Clouds will be increasing
early Saturday morning, ahead of a significant coastal storm,
however ceilings should remain at VFR levels through mid
morning at least.

Long Term /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 315 AM Fri...A prolonged period of sub-VFR conditions,
with periods of IFR likely, expected to develop across the
terminals late Saturday and continue through Monday. Periods of
moderate to heavy rain are likely Sunday with NE winds gusts
20-30 kt. Still much uncertainty, but a wintry mix will be
possible for the terminals, mainly PGV and ISO, late Saturday
night into Sunday, and perhaps again Monday afternoon/evening.

&&

.MARINE...
Short Term /Through Tonight/...
As of 250 AM Fri...Decent boating conditions will exist through
tonight. Winds are currently 15-20 kts, with seas 2-4 ft. A dry
cold front will move through the coastal waters later this
morning, and turn winds to the N at 15-20 kts, which will last
through tonight. Seas will remain steady at 2-4 ft, but there
could be a brief period tonight of 5 footers across the outer
central waters.

Long Term /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 315 AM Fri...A prolonged period of strong winds and
dangerous seas expected to develop late Saturday night and
Sunday and continue into early next week. An area of low
pressure is forecast to move through the Gulf states Saturday,
strengthening and lifting along the NC coast Sunday night into
Monday. N/NE winds 10-20 kt Sat, increasing to 20-25 kt Sat
night. Seas 2-4 ft Sat building to 4-6 ft Sat night. Gale force
winds likely to develop Sunday and continue into Monday, with
E/NE winds increasing to 25-35 kt with gusts to 40 knots or
higher likely. Have issued a Gale Watch for all the waters,
sounds and rivers. Some gusts to Storm Force is not out of the
question for the outer waters late Sunday into Monday. Sea are
expected to build to 10-15+ ft. Winds become more NNE Monday.
Winds expected to diminish to 20-25 kt by late Tue as high
pressure builds in from the west.

&&

.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
As of 315 AM Fri...An area of low pressure is forecast to
strengthen and lift off the NC coast Sunday night into Monday. A
prolonged period of strong winds are expected to develop Sunday
and continue through Monday night. Based on the current
forecast track and duration of strong winds, coastal flooding,
rough surf and beach erosion will be likely. Minor to moderate
coastal flooding, with water level rises 2-3 ft above ground
(3-4 ft above normal) possible. Strong ENE winds begin Sunday,
so areas adjacent to the western end of the Pamlico Sound (in
Carteret, Craven, Pamlico, Beaufort, Mainland Hyde counties)
could see inundation. This could also cause problems along
coastal Onslow county, in and around the New River, with minor
water level rises possible. Winds become more NNE Sunday night
and Monday, with threat expanding to include the oceanside of
the Outer Banks (mainly north of Cape Hatteras) and soundside
Outer Banks, including Hatteras Village and Ocracoke. The
greatest threat for beach erosion, rough surf, and localized
ocean overwash will be for the beaches north of Cape Lookout.
Due to the prolonged period of strong winds and wave run up,
the coastal flood threat is likely to persist for a few days for
many coastal locations. Winds will slowly diminish through the
day Tuesday, with water levels improving.

&&

.MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NC...None.
MARINE...Gale Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon for
     AMZ136-137.
     Gale Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday evening for
     AMZ135-150.
     Gale Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday evening for
     AMZ130-131.
     Gale Watch from Sunday morning through late Monday night for
     AMZ152-154.
     Gale Watch from late Saturday night through Monday evening for
     AMZ156-158.

&&

SYNOPSIS...MHX
NEAR TERM...SGK
SHORT TERM...SGK
LONG TERM...CTC/CQD
AVIATION...CQD/SGK
MARINE...CQD/SGK
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...MHX
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 7, 3:12 AM EST, 6 hours 54 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
312 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

NCZ029-044-079-090>092-080815-
Martin-Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-
312 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

A long lasting and significant coastal storm is expected to impact
the region late this weekend into early next week. Expected hazards
include gusty winds and heavy rain, with minor flooding possible.
Also, western portions of Eastern NC could see a period of snow or a
rain/snow mix Sunday morning, with some light accumulations possible.
Further details are yet to be resolved, please stay tuned.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

NCZ045>047-081-094-095-103-104-080815-
Washington-Tyrrell-Mainland Dare-Mainland Hyde-Pamlico-Carteret-
Outer Banks Dare-Outer Banks Hyde-
312 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

A long lasting and significant coastal storm is expected to impact
the region late this weekend into early next week. Many hazards are
expected along the coast, including strong winds, heavy rain...with
possible minor flooding, coastal flooding, and beach erosion.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

NCZ080-093-098-080815-
Beaufort-Craven-Onslow-
312 AM EST Fri Dec 7 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

A long lasting and significant coastal storm is expected to impact
the region late this weekend into early next week. Many hazards are
expected along the coast, including strong winds, heavy rain...with
possible minor flooding, coastal flooding, and beach erosion. Also,
western portions of Eastern NC could see a period of snow or a
rain/snow mix Sunday morning, with some light accumulations possible.
Further details are yet to be resolved, please stay tuned.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

The office that day

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