One product issued by NWS for: Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel 1st Island VA
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 346 PM EST Tue Jan 26 2021 ANZ634-270500- /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.A.0002.210128T1200Z-210129T0300Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 346 PM EST Tue Jan 26 2021 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Northwest or north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 4 to 5 ft possible. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$