Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued December 2 at 8:30PM EST until December 3 at 10:00PM 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 10 to 15
kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, west
winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft
possible.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River
including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD,
and Eastern Bay.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 10 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:
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD; Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD; Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD; Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor; Chester River to Queenstown MD; Eastern Bay
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC