Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 3 at 3:00AM EST until January 4 at 10:00AM 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 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
seas 5 to 8 ft expected.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 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:
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; S of Ocracoke Inlet NC to Cape Lookout NC out to 20 nm; S of Cape Lookout NC to Surf City NC out to 20 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC