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 40 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 11 to 12 feet. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 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: 
Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA