Gale Warning 12/25/2024 02:56 for areas

Headline: 
Gale Warning issued December 25 at 2:56AM PST until December 26 at 3:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Gale Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 25, 2024 - 2:56am
Expires: 
December 25, 2024 - 11:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 14 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 10 to 12 feet. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 3 AM PST Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM PST this evening. * 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
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA