Gale Warning 01/03/2025 00:00 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 3 at 3:00AM EST until January 4 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 3, 2025 - 12:00am
Expires: 
January 3, 2025 - 1:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters expected. * WHERE...Pamlico Sound. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Saturday. * 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: 
Pamlico Sound
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC