...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet
possible.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to
Buffalo, and the open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara
River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

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

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 waves.

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