What is happening
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 9 to 14 ft at 16 seconds and south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, seas 14 to 19 ft at 16 seconds and south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. * WHERE...Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 NM. * WHEN...Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM PST Friday. Gale Warning, from 4 AM to 4 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Official instructions
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.
