* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft.
* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...Tropical Storm force winds possible until late this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.