Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 21 at 10:55PM PST until December 22 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 21, 2024 - 10:55pm
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 kt and seas 18 to 23 ft.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater
out to 60 nm.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm; Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To 60 Nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA