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...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet possible. * WHERE...Massachusetts Bay and Ipswich Bay. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday evening. * 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: 
Massachusetts Bay and Ipswich Bay
Forcast Office: 
NWS Boston/Norton MA