Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 23 at 2:38AM PST until December 24 at 1:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 23, 2024 - 2:38am
Expires:
December 23, 2024 - 10:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and
hazardous seas 16 to 21 feet expected. For the Gale Warning,
south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 18 to
23 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 14 to 18
feet.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape
Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, from 6 AM this morning
to 3 PM PST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM
this afternoon to 1 AM PST Tuesday. For the Small Craft
Advisory, until 6 AM PST early this morning.
* 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 Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm; Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA