The Race

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The Race is a narrow, fast-moving tidal strait at the eastern end of Long Island Sound, known for its strong currents and challenging navigation conditions.

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The Race canonical 1

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Predicate Object
instanceOf marine geographic feature
tidal strait
connects Block Island Sound
Long Island Sound
country United States of America
surface form: United States
hasCharacteristic challenging navigation conditions
fast-moving tidal currents
rough seas during strong tides
strong currents
hasUse marine navigation route
recreational boating area
shipping passage
knownFor complex tidal flows
hazardous conditions for small craft
strong tidal rips
locatedIn Long Island Sound
eastern end of Long Island Sound
Connecticut
surface form: state of Connecticut

U.S. state of New York
surface form: state of New York
navigationNote featured in nautical charts for New York and New England coasts
requires careful timing with tides
partOf Atlantic Ocean drainage basin
surface form: Atlantic Ocean watershed

approaches to Long Island Sound from the Atlantic Ocean
separates Fishers Island
eastern Long Island Sound from Block Island Sound
waterBodyType narrow strait

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Long Island Sound connectedTo The Race