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Storm Watch
ActiveCoastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 nm
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* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, seas 13 to 17 ft at 15 seconds and south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous seas 11 to 15 ft at 15 seconds and southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Storm Watch, seas 13 to 18 ft at 15 seconds and south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM.
* WHEN...Gale Warning, from 7 AM to 7 PM PST Friday. Hazardous Seas Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday. Storm Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
A Storm Watch is issued when the risk of storm force winds of 48 to 63 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans.
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