Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, seas 9 to 14 ft at 10 seconds and southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 6 to 11 ft at 11 seconds and south winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Foulweather to Florence OR out 10 NM.

* WHEN...Gale Warning, until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. Small Craft Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Thursday.

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