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

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 7 at 9:40AM EST until January 7 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 7, 2025 - 6:40am
Expires: 
January 7, 2025 - 9:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters. * WHERE...Pamlico Sound. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * 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