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Gale Watch
ActiveRappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point; York River
Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft possible.
* WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point and York River.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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