Peril at sea is a term used to describe the dangerous conditions that can occur when sailing on the open ocean. The crossword solutions for this term are GALE (4 letters), FOG (3 letters), and STORM (5 letters). A GALE is a strong wind with gusts of up to 50 mph, while FOG is a cloud of tiny water droplets that reduce visibility. Storms are more intense than gales and can include heavy rain, thunder, and lightning. All three of these conditions can create hazardous conditions for sailors, making peril at sea a very real danger.