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...South winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 12 to 17 feet expected. * WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...From 3 AM 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 Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA