Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT Sunday. 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.