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 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
seas 4 to 7 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE
out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick
Island DE out 20 nm.
* WHEN...From Monday evening 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:
Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 nm; Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Mount Holly NJ