Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 3 at 3:41AM EST until January 5 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 3, 2025 - 12:41am
Expires:
January 3, 2025 - 8:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds to 30 knots
and waves 10 to 14 feet. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 35
knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible.
* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach
to Mexico Bay.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST Saturday.
For the Gale Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late
Saturday night.
* 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:
Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay NY; Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay NY
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY