* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Watch, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 11 feet possible.
* WHERE...Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight PDT Friday night. For the Gale Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.