Gale Watch 01/02/2025 12:47 for areas

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...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft possible. * WHERE...James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge and James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads 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: 
James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge; James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA