Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 24 at 1:56AM PST until December 24 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 24, 2024 - 1:56am
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
very steep and hazardous seas 19 to 21 ft. Seas subside some,
but remain steep and swell dominated 13 to 18 ft at 17 seconds.
For the Storm Watch, south winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60
kt and very steep and dangerous seas 23 to 28 ft possible.
* WHERE...All areas. Storm force winds are possible within 40 nm
from shore.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM PST early this morning.
For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM PST Wednesday. For the
Storm Watch, from late Wednesday morning through Thursday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds and very steep seas could capsize
or damage vessels. Visibilities may be significantly reduced.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Instruction:
Mariners should prepare to remain in port, alter course, and/or
secure the vessel for very strong winds and very steep and
hazardous seas.
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