Gale Warning 12/29/2024 00:18 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 29 at 3:18AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 29, 2024 - 12:18am
Expires: 
December 29, 2024 - 9:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds to 35 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday. * 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: 
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor; Lower Niagara River
Forcast Office: 
NWS Buffalo NY