Strong winds gusting across San Diego Bay and the nearshore coastal waters caused two sail boats to be blown aground and capsized a 27 foot commercial fishing vessel. Four other boats required assistance from the Coast Guard.
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Strong winds gusting across San Diego Bay and the nearshore coastal waters caused two sail boats to be blown aground and capsized a 27 foot commercial fishing vessel. Four other boats required assistance from the Coast Guard. Mariners reported wind gusts near 40 knots during the period.
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