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Gale Warning 9, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

April 29, 2021

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this gale warning at Apr 29, 2021, 3:31 PM EDT. It took effect at Apr 30, 2021, 12:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 7 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
Apr 29, 2021, 3:31 PM EDT (19:31 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 30, 2021, 12:00 AM EDT
Expired
Apr 30, 2021, 7:00 AM EDT
In force
7 hr
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

The text

As transmitted.

100 
WHUS72 KMHX 291931
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

AMZ152-154-300730-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0009.210430T0400Z-210430T1100Z/
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-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 7 AM EDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts of 35 to 40 kt 
  and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 7 AM EDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-300730-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.210429T1931Z-210430T1000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-300730-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0050.210429T1931Z-210430T1000Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest 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 6 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ150-300730-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 6 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ135-300730-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
Pamlico Sound-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with occasional gusts up to 
  35 kt and very rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-300730-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1800Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
331 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
840 
WHUS72 KMHX 300145
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

AMZ152-154-301100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.210430T0400Z-210430T1100Z/
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-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 7 to 10 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AMZ150-301200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 6 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ135-301200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
Pamlico Sound-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with occasional gusts up to 
  35 kt and very rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-301345-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1800Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-301000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-301000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0050.000000T0000Z-210430T1000Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
945 PM EDT Thu Apr 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  rough waters.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
908 
WHUS72 KMHX 300742
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

AMZ152-154-301100-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-210430T1100Z/
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-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 7 to 10 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ150-301200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 6 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ135-301200-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
Pamlico Sound-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

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

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-301800-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1800Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-301000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1000Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Choppy waters.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT early 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.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-301000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0050.000000T0000Z-210430T1000Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
342 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and 
  choppy waters.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT early 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.

&&

$$
391 
WHUS72 KMHX 301109
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

AMZ152-154-302315-
/O.EXP.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-210430T1100Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0010.210501T0400Z-210501T1200Z/
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-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning tonight, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt
  with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 6 ft expected. For the
  Small Craft Advisory this morning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT 
  Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EDT this 
  afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

AMZ150-302315-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0010.210501T0400Z-210501T1200Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ135-302315-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SC.Y.0051.210501T0300Z-210501T1600Z/
Pamlico Sound-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
EDT SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with some gusts up to 35 kt 
  and very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to noon EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-302315-
/O.NEW.KMHX.SC.Y.0051.210501T0100Z-210501T1500Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM
EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with some gusts up to 35 kt 
  and rough waters expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-302315-
/O.NEW.KMHX.SC.Y.0051.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM
EDT SATURDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

AMZ156-158-301500-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-210430T1500Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
709 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT 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.

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 29, 3:49 AM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryMHX26 hr
Apr 29, 4:39 AM EDTBeach Hazards StatementMHXCarteret, Dare, Hyde, Onslow15 hr
Apr 29, 3:36 PM EDTFire Weather WatchMHXBeaufort, Carteret, Craven, Dare, Duplin, Greene and 9 more12 hr

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Sources

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