Gale Watch issued January 4 at 3:05PM CST until January 6 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Houston/Galveston TX

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Jan 4, 2025

* WHAT…For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt and
seas 7 to 10 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds around
30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 12 ft possible.

* WHERE…Portions of Gulf of Mexico.

* WHEN…For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST Sunday.
For the Gale Watch, from Sunday evening through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS…Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

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