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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveCoastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 14 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 14 feet.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 AM to 4 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.
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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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