Small Craft Advisory 01/09/2025 18:35 for areas

Headline: 
Small Craft Advisory issued January 9 at 9:35PM EST until January 11 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Event: 
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 9, 2025 - 6:35pm
Expires: 
January 10, 2025 - 2:45am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft possible. * WHERE...South Santee River to Edisto Beach out 20 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM Friday to 1 AM EST Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday morning. * 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 South Santee River to Edisto Beach SC out 20 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston SC