Weather Alerts
Small Craft Advisory issued April 19 at 3:35PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.
* WHERE...Long Island Sound west of Port Jefferson and New
Haven, New York Harbor, and South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet
through Shinnecock Bay.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Marine Weather Statement issued April 19 at 4:54AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Air temperatures will rise into 70s and 80s across the Tri-State
area today. However, water temperatures remain in the mid to upper
40s.
The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia and
physical incapacitation to anyone suddenly immersed in the water.
When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average
submerged person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable
to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone going out on small boats,
canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly and use extreme caution
to avoid this threat.
Several things to consider...
* Always wear a life jacket.
* Dress for the water temperatures, not air temperatures. Wear cold
water protection, like a wetsuit or drysuit.
* Carry an Emergency Position Indication Radio Device.
* File a float plan with someone you trust.
* Check the latest marine weather forecast, including water
temperatures at www.weather.gov/okx/marine before you go out on
the waters.
Your ability to survive cold water immersion depends on your ability
to stay afloat and stay warm until help arrives.
Marine Weather Statement issued April 18 at 3:12PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Air temperatures will rise into 70s and lower 80s across the Tri-
State area on Saturday. However, water temperatures remain in the
upper 40s to lower 50s.
The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone
immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person could lose dexterity within
minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on small
boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this
and use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Several things to consider...
* Always wear a life jacket.
* Dress for the water temperatures, not air temperatures. Wear cold
water protection, like a wetsuit or drysuit.
* Carry an Emergency Position Indication Radio Device.
* File a float plan with someone you trust.
* Check the latest marine weather forecast, including water
temperatures at www.weather.gov/okx/marine before you go out on
the waters.
Your ability to survive cold water immersion depends on your ability
to stay afloat and stay warm until help arrives.