Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 25 at 3:03AM PST until December 25 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 25, 2024 - 3:03am
Expires:
December 25, 2024 - 11:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to
40 kt and seas 8 to 10 ft.
* WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM PST early this
morning. For the Gale Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* 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