Gale Warning 01/06/2025 07:40 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 6 at 10:40AM EST until January 7 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 6, 2025 - 7:40am
Expires: 
January 6, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Edisto Beach to Savannah out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 1 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: 
Coastal waters from Edisto Beach SC to Savannah GA out 20 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston SC