Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 8 at 7:01PM EST until January 10 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 4:01pm
Expires:
January 9, 2025 - 12:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
waves 2 to 5 ft expected.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM EST this
evening. For the Gale Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 4 AM
EST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves 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:
Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA