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 25 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 25 April 2026 Today Tonight and Sunday At 4:00 a.m. PDT today quasi-stationary high located on a line
northeast-southwest over western Bowie.

At 4:00 a.m. PDT today quasi-stationary trough located from the
Central Coast to the Lower Mainland.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 3:48 AM PDT 25 April 2026 Strong northerly winds will prevail over northern and central waters
and Explorer through the weekend as a ridge of high pressure remains
nearly stationary west of Bowie. Winds have reached marginal
northwesterly gales over Hecate Strait and off Southwest Haida Gwaii
and will continue into Sunday. Marginal gales are forecast to develop
of the west coast of Vancouver Island late Sunday evening.