Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 7 at 2:25PM EST until January 9 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 7, 2025 - 11:25am
Expires:
January 8, 2025 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
seas 4 to 7 feet.
* WHERE...Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Thursday.
* 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:
Rhode Island Sound; Block Island Sound
Forcast Office:
NWS Boston/Norton MA