Small Craft Advisory 12/21/2024 20:48 for areas

Headline: 
Small Craft Advisory issued December 21 at 8:48PM PST until December 22 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
Event: 
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 21, 2024 - 8:48pm
Expires: 
December 22, 2024 - 5:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 15 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 14 to 17 feet. * WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 3 PM PST Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Sunday. * 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 Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Eureka CA