Gale Watch 01/05/2025 18:02 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Watch issued January 5 at 9:02PM EST until January 8 at 6:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event: 
Gale Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
January 5, 2025 - 6:02pm
Expires: 
January 6, 2025 - 7:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and very rough waters possible. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE and Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...From late Monday night through late Tuesday night. * 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: 
Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE; Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Mount Holly NJ