Small Craft Advisory

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds around 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 10 to 12 feet. For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM PDT early this morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 PM PDT Friday.

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