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Gale Warning

Active

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

Status In Progress Started about 2 hours ago

Ends Oct 12, 2:00 AM PDT

Issued Oct 10, 2:46 AM PDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with areas of gusts up to 45 kt and seas 13 to 17 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Monday.

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

Instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

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