Gale Warning 12/24/2024 14:31 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 24 at 2:31PM PST until December 26 at 3:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 24, 2024 - 2:31pm
Expires: 
December 24, 2024 - 10:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 11 to 15 feet. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Wednesday to 3 AM PST Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PST Wednesday. * 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: 
Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA