Gale Watch 12/30/2024 12:08 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Watch issued December 30 at 3:08PM EST until January 2 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Event: 
Gale Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
December 30, 2024 - 12:08pm
Expires: 
December 31, 2024 - 1:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 10 to 15 kt and waves around 2 feet. For the Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves around 2 feet possible. * WHERE...Boston Harbor. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday evening through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves 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: 
Boston Harbor
Forcast Office: 
NWS Boston/Norton MA