I dont think that the Elves would have been caught totally unawares, i mean it was said, sorry i dont have exact quotations but there was a great gathering storm, it was thought that the eagles of Manwe were watching the fleet and Amandil if he ever reached the Undying Lands might have reported the growing evil. I think the Elves would have been prepared for attack but would only attack if it came to the last resort.
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