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Gale Watch
ActiveWaters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
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Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet possible.
* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
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