What is a craft advisory?

A craft advisory is an alert issued by weather authorities that advises small boat owners or operators of the potential danger on the water due to specific weather conditions such as high winds, heavy rainfall, waves, and turbulent seas. This advisory is meant to provide guidance and information to local boaters to avoid or navigate the water safely during the advisory period. The advisory may be issued for a specific region or stretch of waterways and may include specific guidelines on boat safety, such as advising boaters to wear life jackets, maintain proper radio contacts with shore, and avoid non-essential boat activities during the advisory period. The craft advisory may be issued as part of a storm warning, tropical storm/hurricane warning, or high surf advisory. It is crucial for small boat owners or operators to heed craft advisories, as they can save lives and prevent property damage.