Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued January 5 at 9:50AM EST until January 5 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 6:50am
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
seas 5 to 8 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles
Light VA out 20 nm.
* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday 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:
Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm; Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia-North Carolina border out to 20 nm; Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA