Small Craft Advisory 01/09/2025 09:03 for areas

Headline: 
Small Craft Advisory issued January 9 at 9:03AM PST until January 10 at 3:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 9, 2025 - 9:03am
Expires: 
January 9, 2025 - 5:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 5 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 7 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 12 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday evening through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
Area Description: 
Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA