...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE
THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45
kt and extremely rough waters possible.

* WHERE...Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to
Slaughter Beach DE and Delaware Bay waters south of East Point
NJ to Slaughter Beach DE.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through late Thursday night.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong southwest winds will shift west
behind a strong cold front Thursday morning. The front may be
accompanied by rain or snow showers, which could restrict
visibility. The strong offshore winds could result in abnormally
low water during the Thursday late afternoon to evening low
tide, which could make navigation difficult in shallow waters.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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