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Small Craft Advisory

Niagara River to Hamlin Beach NY

Small Craft Advisory issued December 18 at 2:06AM EST until December 19 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Alert Description

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety Instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Time Information

Effective
Dec 18, 2025, 3:00 PM
Expires
Dec 18, 2025, 3:15 PM
Issued
Dec 18, 2025, 7:06 AM

Alert Details

Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Category
Met

Issued By

NWS Buffalo NY
National Weather Service

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