Small craft advisory issued for New Jersey coast

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - Forecasters are warning boaters along New Jersey’s coast to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions.

The National Weather Service says a small craft advisory will be in place along the ocean and Delaware Bay coasts from 11 a.m. Saturday until 6 a.m. Sunday.

Rain is also expected on Saturday.

The advisory means waves that could be dangerous to small boats are expected.

The weather service says inexperienced mariners should avoid navigating while the advisory is in place.