Gale Warning 01/02/2025 12:16 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 2 at 3:16PM EST until January 3 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Upton NY
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 2, 2025 - 12:16pm
Expires: 
January 2, 2025 - 10:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet. * WHERE...Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 nm. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * 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: 
Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Upton NY