* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 15 to 20 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 9 to 14 feet expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 9 PM PDT Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.