* WHAT...For the Storm Warning, south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 13 to 16 feet. For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 13 to 16 feet expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Storm Warning, until 6 AM PST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 4 PM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.