Gale Warning 12/19/2024 14:44 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 19 at 2:44PM PST until December 21 at 8:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 19, 2024 - 2:44pm
Expires: 
December 19, 2024 - 10:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...From 6 PM Friday to 8 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description: 
Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA