Small Craft Advisory

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas California out to 10 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM PDT Friday.

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