Gale Warning 12/23/2024 20:23 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 23 at 8:23PM PST until December 24 at 3:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 23, 2024 - 8:23pm
Expires: 
December 24, 2024 - 3:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 18 to 23 feet. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 3 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