GALE WARNING Definition & Meaning

gale warning

noun

U.S. Meteorology. a National Weather Service warning of sustained winds at sea having speeds in the range 34–47 knots (39–54 miles per hour, 17–24 meters per second).

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of gale warning¹

First recorded in 1915–20

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Example Sentences

The National Weather Service has issued a gale warning and high surf advisory across the coast in Northern California, calling the ocean conditions hazardous, especially for inexperienced mariners and those operating small vessels.

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The National Weather Service in Seattle had issued a small craft advisory and a gale warning Monday along the coast for strong winds and hazardous seas.

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The area is under a gale warning until Wednesday.

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A gale warning was issued, followed by a tornado warning two days later.

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A gale warning has been issues for offshore waters along the coast and up into Canadian waters.

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