Headline:
Gale Warning issued January 4 at 1:00PM PST until January 5 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 4, 2025 - 1:00pm
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South gales 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 45 kt and very
steep and hazardous seas 11 to 15 ft expected. Winds ease Sunday
morning, becoming southwest 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt
and seas remain steep 10 to 12 ft.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...For the current Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PST
this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM PST Sunday. For
the next Small Craft Advisory, from 4 AM Sunday to 10 AM PST
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or
damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are expected.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid strong winds and very steep
seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or
secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm; Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR