Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued January 9 at 3:43PM CST until January 10 at 6:00AM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 9, 2025 - 1:43pm
Expires:
January 9, 2025 - 9:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, east winds 15 to 25
kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, south
winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the
second Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with
gusts up to 30 kt expected.
* WHERE...Mississippi Sound, Lake Borgne, Chandeleur Sound and
Breton Sound.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM CST
Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to noon CST Friday.
For the second Small Craft Advisory, from noon Friday to 6 AM
CST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Mississippi Sound; Lake Borgne; Chandeleur Sound; Breton Sound
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA