Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued December 2 at 8:30PM EST until December 3 at 5:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 2, 2024 - 5:30pm
Expires:
December 3, 2024 - 1:30am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 5 to 10
kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, west
winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt possible.
* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 5 PM EST
Tuesday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday morning through
Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels.
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 waves.
Area Description:
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD; Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC