Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 20 at 2:03AM PST until December 21 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 20, 2024 - 2:03am
Expires:
December 20, 2024 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, steep seas 9 to 11 ft. For
the Hazardous Seas Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt and very
steep and hazardous seas 9 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale
Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and very
steep seas 12 to 17 ft.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM PST early this
morning. For the Hazardous Seas Warning, until 1 AM PST
Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 1 AM to 10 AM PST
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or
damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are possible.
* 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 Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm; Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR