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Gale Warning 1, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

January 8, 2021

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this gale warning at Jan 8, 2021, 2:50 AM EST. It took effect at Jan 8, 2021, 10:00 AM EST. It was in force for 20 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 8, 2021, 2:50 AM EST (07:50 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 8, 2021, 10:00 AM EST
Expired
Jan 9, 2021, 6:02 AM EST
In force
20 hr
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

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120 
WHUS72 KMHX 080750
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

AMZ135-082130-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1600Z-210110T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210109T0000Z-210109T1100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 6 AM EST Saturday.

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-082130-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1600Z-210111T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210109T0000Z-210109T1300Z/
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-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 8 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-082130-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1600Z-210110T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210109T0000Z-210109T1000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-082130-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1600Z-210110T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210109T0000Z-210109T0700Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 2 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-082130-
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T2000Z-210109T1600Z/
Alligator River-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  choppy waters expected.

* WHERE...Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-082130-
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T2300Z-210109T0800Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 AM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 3 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-082130-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1800Z-210110T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with a few gusts up to 35 kt and
  seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ230-231-082130-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T2000Z-210109T1600Z/
Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
250 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
616 
WHUS72 KMHX 081127
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

AMZ158-082330-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210108T1500Z-210109T0700Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 2 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 2 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-082330-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210108T1500Z-210109T1000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 5 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-082330-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210108T1800Z-210109T1300Z/
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-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 AM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-082330-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.210108T1800Z-210109T1100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

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

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 6 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-082330-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1600Z-210109T0800Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
3 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 3 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-082330-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T1800Z-210110T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-082330-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.210108T2000Z-210109T1600Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
627 AM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
785 
WHUS72 KMHX 082029
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

AMZ158-090900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T0900Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-090900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1200Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  7 to 10 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-090900-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1300Z/
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-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 
  6 to 11 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-090900-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1100Z/
Pamlico Sound-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

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

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very 
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-090900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-090900-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210110T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-090900-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T1600Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
329 PM EST Fri Jan 8 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
956 
WHUS72 KMHX 090755
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

AMZ156-092000-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T2100Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-092000-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T2100Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-091600-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1100Z/
/O.EXA.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T1600Z/
Pamlico Sound-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with a few gusts up to 35 kt
  early and rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-090900-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds have diminished below 25 knots.

$$

AMZ152-154-091300-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1300Z/
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-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 7 to 11 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EST this morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-091500-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T1500Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-092000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210110T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
255 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 7 to 11 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
151 
WHUS72 KMHX 091102
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

AMZ152-154-092315-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210109T1300Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210110T2100Z/
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-
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

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

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 6 to 10 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-091215-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T1500Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds have diminished below 25 knots.

$$

AMZ156-158-092100-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T2100Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-092315-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210110T1800Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 6 to 10 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-091600-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210109T1600Z/
Pamlico Sound-
602 AM EST Sat Jan 9 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  choppy waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 8, 3:46 AM ESTCoastal Flood AdvisoryMHXCarteret, Craven, Dare, Hyde, Pamlico27 hr
Jan 8, 2:41 PM ESTRiver Flood WarningMHXJones7 hr

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Sources

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