Gale Watch 01/04/2025 13:05 for areas

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...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough bay waters possible. * WHERE...Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. * WHEN...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: 
Matagorda Bay; Galveston Bay
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX