Gale Warning for Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Coastal waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA out 10 nm, Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm
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- Moderate
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What is happening
What: South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. Impacts: Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm. When: From 6 AM to 6 PM PDT Wednesday.
What the bulletin says to do
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.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. * WHERE...Waters from Pt. St. George to Cape Mendocino CA from 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 6 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Gale Warning issued September 1 at 2:57AM PDT until September 2 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Official revision - Alert
Gale Warning issued September 1 at 2:57AM PDT until September 2 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Eureka CA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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