Headline:
Hazardous Seas Warning issued December 23 at 9:49AM PST until December 23 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Hazardous Seas Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 23, 2024 - 9:49am
Expires:
December 23, 2024 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous
seas 19 to 24 feet. For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30
kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 18 to 23 feet expected.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape
Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, until 3 PM PST this
afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to 1
AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description:
Coastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm; Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA