Gale Warning 01/03/2025 00:29 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 3 at 3:29AM EST until January 3 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gray ME
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 3, 2025 - 12:29am
Expires: 
January 3, 2025 - 10:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 2 to 5 ft. * WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Casco Bay. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * 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 severe conditions.
Area Description: 
Penobscot Bay; Casco Bay
Forcast Office: 
NWS Gray ME