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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveWaters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
Status
In Progress
Started 30 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with localized gusts to 35 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet. For the Gale Watch, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 45 kt and seas 13 to 18 feet possible.
* WHERE...Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 AM PST Friday. For the Gale Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
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