Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and seas 9 to 14 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds around 25 kt with localized gusts to 35 kt and seas 8 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM this morning to 3 PM PDT Tuesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.