Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 9 at 3:34AM CST until January 10 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 9, 2025 - 1:34am
Expires:
January 9, 2025 - 9:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 20 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the
Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt
and seas 8 to 13 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to
Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
to 6 PM CST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this
evening to 9 AM CST Friday.
* 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:
Waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA