Back to All Alerts

Gale Watch

Active

Coastal waters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA out 20 nm, including Grays Reef National Marine Sanctuary

Starts Oct 6, 5:00 AM EDT

Ends Oct 7, 8:00 AM EDT

Issued Oct 4, 1:18 PM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft possible.

* WHERE...Savannah to Altamaha Sound out 20 NM.

* WHEN...From late Monday night through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas 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 seas.

Explore All Active Alerts

Data from the National Weather Service

Service provided by Forecast Bar