Small Craft Advisory 12/22/2024 20:23 for areas

Headline: 
Small Craft Advisory issued December 22 at 8:23PM PST until December 23 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event: 
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 22, 2024 - 8:23pm
Expires: 
December 23, 2024 - 4:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt and seas 19 to 24 ft possible. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater out to 60 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM PST Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday afternoon through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans.
Area Description: 
Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater Out 10 Nm; Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm; Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm; Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To 60 Nm
Forcast Office: 
NWS Seattle WA