Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 22 at 10:13AM PST until December 22 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 22, 2024 - 10:13am
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts to 40 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds
15 to 25 kt.
* WHERE...East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM PST this evening. For
the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM PST this evening.
* 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:
East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA