STORM WARNING SIGNALS
The combinations of flags and pennants are hoisted at shore stations to indicate the presence or future presence of unfavorable winds. The meaning of these are:
SMALL CRAFT WARNING: One red pennant displayed by day, and a red light over a white light at night to indicate that winds up to (33 knots) and sea conditions dangerous to small craft.
GALE WARNING: Two red pennants by day and a white light above a red light at night to indicate that 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 (48 knots and above) are forecast.
HURRICANE WARNING: Two square red flags with black centers displyed by during the day and a white light between two red lights at night,to indicate that winds 64 knots and above are forecast.
