Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 2 at 3:47PM EST until January 4 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 2, 2025 - 12:47pm
Expires:
January 2, 2025 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
waves 3 to 5 ft possible.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek
VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA
including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.
Area Description:
Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA; Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA