Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 23 at 1:09PM PST until December 24 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 23, 2024 - 1:09pm
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 2:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 30 to 40 kt with
gusts up to 50 kt and seas 21 to 26 ft at 20 seconds. For the
Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts
up to 35 kt and seas 12 to 16 ft at 17 seconds expected.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM
PST Tuesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 4 AM Tuesday to
10 AM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or
damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are expected.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid strong winds and very steep
seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or
secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm; Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm; Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm; Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR