* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts to 30 kt and seas 9 to 14 feet. For the Gale Watch, south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 45 kt and seas 14 to 19 feet possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight PST Thursday night. 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.