Gale Watch 01/08/2025 19:03 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Watch issued January 8 at 9:03PM CST until January 10 at 6:00PM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Gale Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
January 8, 2025 - 7:03pm
Expires: 
January 9, 2025 - 4:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft possible. * WHERE...Coastal waters of southeastern Louisiana and southern Mississippi beyond 20 nautical miles from shore. * WHEN...From late Thursday night through Friday afternoon. * 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 Port Fourchon Louisiana to Lower Atchafalaya River LA from 20 to 60 NM; Coastal waters from Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to Port Fourchon Louisiana from 20 to 60 NM; Coastal Waters from Stake Island LA to Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River from 20 to 60 nm; Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island Louisiana out 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA