Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 25 at 3:02PM PST until December 26 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 25, 2024 - 3:02pm
Expires:
December 25, 2024 - 11:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt.
* WHERE...Puget Sound and Hood Canal.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST this
evening. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 10
AM PST Thursday.
* 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:
Puget Sound and Hood Canal
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA