Headline:
Hazardous Seas Warning issued December 21 at 2:07PM PST until December 22 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Hazardous Seas Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 21, 2024 - 2:07pm
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous
seas 18 to 21 ft at 15 seconds. For the Gale Warning, south
winds 35 to 45 kt with storm force gusts up to 55 kt and seas
18 to 23 ft at 15 seconds expected.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, until 4 AM PST Sunday.
For the Gale Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or
damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are expected.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid strong winds and very steep
seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or
secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm; Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm; Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm; Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR