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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveWaters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Status
In Progress
Started 40 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet. For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 13 to 18 feet expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 AM to 3 PM PST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A very large NW swell of 25ft at 19sec is expected to fill into the coastal waters Friday afternoon. Expect continued hazards through the weekend..
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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