Gale Warning 01/09/2025 00:50 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued January 9 at 3:50AM EST until January 9 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 9, 2025 - 12:50am
Expires: 
January 9, 2025 - 9:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * 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: 
Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA