Small-craft advisories are warnings to mariners regarding the potential dangers related to operating small boats or vessels in certain weather conditions. Synonyms for small-craft advisories include small boat warnings, boating cautionary statements, boat safety alerts, small craft alerts, and marine weather alerts. These alerts are issued by the National Weather Service, which closely monitors weather patterns affecting boaters in the coastal and offshore waters. The importance of heeding these warnings cannot be stressed enough, as boating in rough weather-related conditions can lead to vessel damage, injury, and even loss of life. Therefore, when planning a boating trip, it is essential to keep an eye on such advisories and plan accordingly.