One product issued by NWS for: 7NM SSW Newport RI
Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 312 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024 ANZ232>235-237-292015- /O.CON.KBOX.GL.W.0018.240329T1200Z-240330T1500Z/ Nantucket Sound-Vineyard Sound-Buzzards Bay-Rhode Island Sound- Block Island Sound- 312 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 AM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts coastal waters, Nantucket Sound, Vineyard Sound and Buzzards Bay. In Rhode Island coastal waters, Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound. * WHEN...From 8 AM Friday to 11 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$