COASTAL WATERS FROM CAPE FLATTERY TO JAMES ISLA… — * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 30 to 40 kt and seas 15 to 20 ft. For the Storm Watch, south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts to 50 kt and seas 21 to 26 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm, Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm and Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater Out 10 Nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. For the Storm Watch, from Saturday morning through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Severe weather in Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater Out 10 Nm brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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