Gale Warning 12/16/2024 11:42 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 16 at 2:42PM EST until December 17 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Gray ME
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 16, 2024 - 11:42am
Expires: 
December 17, 2024 - 1:45am
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 11 AM EST Tuesday. * 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 severe conditions.
Area Description: 
Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Gray ME