Gale Watch: Columbia River Bar

source: us-gov-api (us-gov-api:noaa-weather)published 2026-09-23 13:01ingested 2026-09-24 02:48

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Gale Watch — Columbia River Bar Severity: Moderate. Certainty: Possible. * WHAT...Seas 6 to 11 ft at 10 seconds and southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt possible. * WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...30-45% chance of wind gusts over 35 kt.

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