Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued December 3 at 4:09AM EST until December 5 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 3, 2024 - 1:09am
Expires:
December 3, 2024 - 9:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10
to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the second Small
Craft Advisory, southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to
25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 20 kt
with gusts up to 40 kt possible.
* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EST this
afternoon. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM
Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday. 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