Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 5 at 7:55AM CST until January 6 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 5:55am
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Gale Watch,
southwest winds 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft
possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Okaloosa Walton County Line FL to
Pascagoula MS out 60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this
evening. For the Gale Watch, from 6 PM CST this 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 Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Pensacola FL out 20 NM; Waters from Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Pensacola FL from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL