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Gale Warning
ActiveCoastal waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous seas 17 to 22 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 15 to 20 feet expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, from 3 AM Sunday to 3 PM PST Monday. For the Gale Warning, until 3 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized storm force gusts are possible as the front passes tonight just north of Cape Mendocino and around Point St. George.
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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