Gale Warning 12/24/2024 01:18 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 24 at 1:18AM PST until December 24 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 24, 2024 - 1:18am
Expires: 
December 24, 2024 - 4:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt and seas around 18 ft. * WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST early this morning. * 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: 
West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca
Forcast Office: 
NWS Seattle WA