Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 4 at 3:05PM CST until January 6 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 4, 2025 - 1:05pm
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 3:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt and
seas 7 to 10 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds around
30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 12 ft possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Gulf of Mexico.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST Sunday.
For the Gale Watch, from Sunday evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas 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 seas.
Area Description:
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out 20 NM; Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM; Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX