Headline:
Gale Watch issued December 12 at 2:26AM PST until December 14 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Gale Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
December 12, 2024 - 2:26am
Expires:
December 12, 2024 - 6:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 8 to 13 ft at 15
seconds and southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30
kt. For the Gale Watch, seas 18 to 23 ft at 15 seconds and
south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt possible.
* WHERE...Outer Coastal Waters from Cape Shoalwater to Florence
10 to 60 NM offshore.
* WHEN...Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM PST Friday. Gale
Watch, from late tonight through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the Gale Watch, occasional storm force
gusts possible.
Instruction:
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.
Area Description:
Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 nm; Waters from Cape Falcon to Cape Foulweather OR from 10 to 60 nm; Waters from Cape Foulweather to Florence OR from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR