Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 1 at 3:00AM EST until January 1 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 1, 2025 - 12:00am
Expires:
January 1, 2025 - 9:00am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas
5 to 7 ft.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.
* WHEN...Until noon EST today.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
S of Oregon Inlet NC to Cape Hatteras NC out to 20 nm; S of Cape Hatteras NC to Ocracoke Inlet NC out to 20 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC