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Small Craft Advisory, Gale, and Storm Warning

by randyho last modified 2007-10-30 22:43

Explanation of Display Signals:

Small Craft Advisory: One red pennant displayed by day and a red light over a white light at night to indicate winds up to 33 knots and/or sea conditions dangerous to small craft operations are forecast for the area.

Gale Warning: Two red pennants displayed by day and a white light above a red light at night to indicate winds ranging from 34 to 47 knots are forecast for the area.

Storm Warning: A single square red flag with a black center displayed during daytime and two red lights at night to indicate winds ranging from 48 knots or higher are forecast for the area.