Headline:
Gale Watch issued January 8 at 4:04AM EST until January 9 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 1:04am
Expires:
January 8, 2025 - 9:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25
kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Watch, northwest winds
20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft
possible.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA,
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA and
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM EST this
evening. For the Gale Watch, from this evening through
Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels.
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 waves.
Area Description:
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA; Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA; Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC