Small Craft Advisory Issued for Block Island Sound
• The National Weather Service has issued a Small Craft Advisory for Block Island Sound, effective from Friday morning through Friday evening, October 2,
• Winds are expected to increase from southwest at 10 to 15 knots, reaching 15 to 20 knots in the afternoon, with gusts up to 25 knots. Seas will range from 2 to 4 feet, with wave details indicating a mix of southern and eastern swells. Patchy fog is anticipated tonight, reducing visibility to 1 nautical mile or less. A cold front is expected to move across the waters Friday night, bringing a chance of showers and shifting winds to the northwest after midnight.
Impact & Risks
The advisory highlights hazardous conditions for small craft operators due to increased wind speeds and higher seas. Gusts up to 25 knots and seas reaching 4 feet could pose challenges for navigation and safety. Reduced visibility due to patchy fog tonight may further complicate conditions for mariners. Those operating small vessels are advised to exercise caution and consider postponing travel during the advisory period.
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