Headline:
Hazardous Seas Warning issued December 22 at 7:18PM PST until December 23 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Hazardous Seas Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 22, 2024 - 7:18pm
Expires:
December 23, 2024 - 11:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Very steep and hazardous seas 15 to 18 ft at 12 seconds
and south winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause
damage to vessels.
Instruction:
A Hazardous Seas Warning means hazardous sea conditions are
imminent or occurring. Recreational boaters should remain in
port, or take shelter until waves subside. Commercial vessels
should prepare for rough seas and consider remaining in port or
taking shelter in port until hazardous seas subside.
Area Description:
Columbia River Bar
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR