Gale Warning 12/20/2024 02:27 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 20 at 2:27AM PST until December 21 at 8:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 20, 2024 - 2:27am
Expires: 
December 20, 2024 - 10:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. * WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 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