Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 19 at 2:54PM PST until December 20 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 19, 2024 - 2:54pm
Expires:
December 20, 2024 - 2:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the first Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt and
seas 12 to 14 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds
15 to 25 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft. For the second Gale Warning,
southeast winds 25 to 35 kt and seas 10 to 12 ft.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater
10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the first Gale Warning, until 4 PM PST this
afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM PST
Friday. For the second Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 3 PM PST
Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm; Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To 60 Nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA