Gale warning remains in effect for Big Island waters

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A gale warning remains in effect for waters surrounding the Big Island, including the Alenuihaha Channel.

A gale warning remains in effect for waters surrounding the Big Island, including the Alenuihaha Channel.

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu are calling for northeast winds around 35 knots — 40 mph — and rough seas of 15 to 17 feet. The warning remains in effect until 6 a.m. Monday.

A gale warning means winds of 34 knots to 47 knots — 39 mph to 54 mph — are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and proper equipment. Mariners without proper vessel and experience should remain in port, forecasters advised.