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

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 6 at 7:17PM EST until January 7 at 4:00PM 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 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 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: 
S of Currituck Beach Light NC to Oregon Inlet NC out to 20 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC