There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Explorer - southeastern half

Issued 10:30 AM PDT 26 May 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 10:30 AM PDT 26 May 2026 Today Tonight and Wednesday At 10:30 a.m. PDT today ridge located on a line northeast-southwest
over Bowie.
By 9:30 p.m. PDT Wednesday ridge located on a line
northeast-southwest over northern Explorer.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 10:19 AM PDT 26 May 2026 A ridge of high pressure over the offshore waters will generate gale
force northwesterlies south of the Brooks Peninsula on the
West side of Vancouver Island beginning early this afternoon.

These northwesterly gales will persist right through Wednesday night.