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Gale Warning 0012
Issued by the Gray / Portland Forecast Office

Action Issued Starts Expiration
New 2026-02-23 20:53:03 2026-02-23 21:00:00 2026-02-24 06:00:00
New 2026-02-23 20:53:03 2026-02-23 21:00:00 2026-02-24 03:00:00
Area Extended 2026-02-23 22:34:36 2026-02-24 06:00:00
Continued 2026-02-23 22:34:36 2026-02-24 06:00:00
Continued 2026-02-23 22:34:36 2026-02-24 03:00:00
Cancelled 2026-02-24 02:57:41 2026-02-24 06:00:00
Cancelled 2026-02-24 02:57:41 2026-02-24 03:00:00


Action: New
Issued At: 2026-02-23 20:53:03

918 
WHUS71 KGYX 240252
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

ANZ151-152-241200-
/O.EXP.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0012.260224T0300Z-260224T1200Z/
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft expected.

* WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME 
  to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-240900-
/O.EXP.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0012.260224T0300Z-260224T0900Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft expected.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ150-240500-
/O.EXT.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0500Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 
  11 to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until midnight EST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: New
Issued At: 2026-02-23 20:53:03

918 
WHUS71 KGYX 240252
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

ANZ151-152-241200-
/O.EXP.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0012.260224T0300Z-260224T1200Z/
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft expected.

* WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME 
  to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-240900-
/O.EXP.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0012.260224T0300Z-260224T0900Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft expected.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ150-240500-
/O.EXT.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0500Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
952 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 
  11 to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until midnight EST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Area Extended
Issued At: 2026-02-23 22:34:36

234 
WHUS71 KGYX 240434
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

ANZ150-241200-
/O.CAN.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0500Z/
/O.EXA.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 11 to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ151-152-241200-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME 
  to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-240900-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T0900Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2026-02-23 22:34:36

234 
WHUS71 KGYX 240434
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

ANZ150-241200-
/O.CAN.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0500Z/
/O.EXA.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 11 to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ151-152-241200-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME 
  to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-240900-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T0900Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2026-02-23 22:34:36

234 
WHUS71 KGYX 240434
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

ANZ150-241200-
/O.CAN.KGYX.SR.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260224T0500Z/
/O.EXA.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 11 to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ151-152-241200-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME 
  to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-240900-
/O.CON.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T0900Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
1134 PM EST Mon Feb 23 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 12 to 17 ft.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Tuesday.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Cancelled
Issued At: 2026-02-24 02:57:41

303 
WHUS71 KGYX 240857
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

ANZ150>152-241200-
/O.CAN.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0013.260224T0900Z-260224T1200Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 10 to 15 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM, Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, 
  ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-241800-
/O.CAN.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.SC.Y.0025.260224T0900Z-260224T1800Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 10 to 15 ft expected.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Cancelled
Issued At: 2026-02-24 02:57:41

303 
WHUS71 KGYX 240857
MWWGYX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

ANZ150>152-241200-
/O.CAN.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.GL.W.0013.260224T0900Z-260224T1200Z/
Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM-
Penobscot Bay-
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out
25 NM-
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 10 to 15 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME 
  out 25 NM, Penobscot Bay and Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, 
  ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

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

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ153-154-241800-
/O.CAN.KGYX.GL.W.0012.000000T0000Z-260224T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KGYX.SC.Y.0025.260224T0900Z-260224T1800Z/
Casco Bay-
Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out
25 NM-
357 AM EST Tue Feb 24 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 10 to 15 ft expected.

* WHERE...Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME 
  to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$



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