Gale Warning 01/06/2025 16:17 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 6 at 7:17PM EST until January 7 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 6, 2025 - 4:17pm
Expires: 
January 7, 2025 - 4:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters expected. * WHERE...Pamlico Sound. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM 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: 
Pamlico Sound
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC