Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 23 at 2:26PM PST until December 24 at 1:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 23, 2024 - 2:26pm
Expires:
December 23, 2024 - 10:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and
hazardous seas 20 to 24 feet. For the Gale Warning, south
winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 18 to 23
feet expected.
* 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, until 3 PM PST this
afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 AM PST Tuesday.
* 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