* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet. For the Gale Watch, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 13 to 18 feet possible.
* WHERE...Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.