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