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

* WHAT...Southerly winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt
Thursday night, abruptly shifting westerly Friday and very
rough waters expected.

* 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 6 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There may be a lull in the strongest
winds around midday Friday just before the cold front passes
through the waters.

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 hazardous conditions.

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