... Lake Wind Advisory in effect until 7 PM EST this evening...
The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay area - Ruskin FL has
issued a lake Wind Advisory... which is in effect until 7 PM EST
this evening.
A strong pressure gradient remains in place due to high pressure
north of the area and Hurricane Ida moving into the central Gulf.
Winds will increase by the late morning to 20 to 25 mph with
higher gusts expected.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A lake Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast
to be 20 to 29 mph with frequent gusts to near or above gale
force for at least 3 hours. Winds of these magnitudes will
create rough conditions on larger area lakes which could produce
damage to... or flip... small pleasure craft.
Outdoor enthusiasts may wish to postpone lake related activities
until conditions improve.