MSIB 02-26 Notice of Port Condition Whiskey

The Captain of the Port (COTP), Sector Delaware Bay, has set Port Condition WHISKEY due to the forecast of the winter snow storm in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware area beginning within the next 12 hours.

The COTP has determined the region will likely experience gale force winds, increased seas, surf, coastal flooding, tidal surge and extremely low tides. Members of the port community should take adequate precautions and review the Severe Weather Contingency Plan. In the event that the COTP imposes further restrictions, they will be broadcasted on VHF-FM Channel 16.

Additionally, all notifications will be forwarded to the Maritime Exchange and will be available as requested. The U.S. Coast Guard will provide the earliest possible advance notification before changing the port condition.

Mariners can also report conditions to the CG Sector Delaware Bay Command Center on VHF Channel 16 or call (833) 453-1007.

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