Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 5 at 10:20PM EST until January 7 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 7:20pm
Expires:
January 6, 2025 - 7:30am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas
7 to 13 ft expected.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 10 AM EST Tuesday.
* 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 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