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 10 to 13 ft expected. Winds ease Sunday
morning, becoming southwest 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt
and seas remain steep 9 to 12 ft.
* WHERE...All areas. Gales and very steep and hazardous seas are
expected from Gold Beach northward.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM PST Tuesday.
For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM PST Sunday.
* 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 Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm; Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR