There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Hecate Strait - southern half

Issued 04:00 AM PDT 20 April 2026

'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

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Technical Marine Synopsis

Issued 4:00 AM PDT 20 April 2026 Today Tonight and Tuesday At 4:00 a.m. PDT today building ridge located on a line
northeast-southwest over the Alaska panhandle.
By 4:00 a.m. PDT Tuesday ridge located on a line northeast-southwest
over Bowie.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 3:39 AM PDT 20 April 2026 A ridge of high pressure will build over the northern waters tonight.
Northerly winds over central waters will gradually strengthen tonight
and reach gale force on Tuesday morning. These gales will spread
southward Tuesday night.