Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 22 at 8:38AM PST until December 22 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 22, 2024 - 8:38am
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas
13 to 17 feet expected.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm and Cape
Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon.
* 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:
Coastal waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm; Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA