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...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 12 to 16 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 9 to 11 feet expected. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 8 AM PST Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM PST this evening. * 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 Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA