Gale Warning 12/19/2024 16:49 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 19 at 4:49PM PST until December 21 at 8:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 19, 2024 - 4:49pm
Expires: 
December 20, 2024 - 1:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 8 to 12 feet expected. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM Friday to 8 AM PST Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 11 PM PST Friday. * 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: 
Coastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA