Small craft advisory

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Wind gusts of 37 knots blew across the 22.8 km course on Apache Lake during Day 3 of the SCAR Swim on 26 April 2024

noun - A Small Craft Advisory is issued by the National Weather Service in the United States as a warning when winds have reached dangerous speeds. Sustained wind speeds that govern the issuance of a Small Craft Advisory vary depending on geographical areas, but are generally between 20 and 33 knots. It can also be issued for other hazardous conditions such as sea and lake ice. All [[escort boat pilots, escort kayakers, support crew, and open water swimmers should take appropriate precautions during a Small Craft Advisory.

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