Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 5 at 2:35PM EST until January 6 at 9:00PM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 11:35am
Expires:
January 6, 2025 - 1:30am
Description:
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds
around 20 knots. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds 20 to 30
knots with gusts up to 35 knots and seas 4 to 7 feet possible.
For the second Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25
knots with gusts up to 35 knots and seas 5 to 8 feet expected.
* WHERE...Volusia-Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 20-60
nm.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 4 AM to 7 AM
EST Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through
Monday evening. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM
Monday to 9 AM EST Tuesday.
* 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:
Volusia-Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 20-60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL