Gale warning in effect for west coast of Whidbey Island


November 14, 2011 · 7:25 AM

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The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a gale warning for Admiralty Inlet and the central and east area of the Strait of Juan de Fuca that will remain in effect until 9 a.m. Monday.

Northwest winds from 28 to 40 mph are forecast, and waves of 4 to 6 feet are expected in Admiralty Inlet.

The warning covers the west coast of Whidbey Island from Deception Pass to Double Bluff.

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