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Gale Warning 38, NWS Eureka, CA

August 28, 2023

NWS Eureka, CA issued this gale warning at Aug 28, 2023, 2:59 AM PDT. It took effect at Aug 29, 2023, 3:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 41 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

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The facts

Issued
Aug 28, 2023, 2:59 AM PDT (09:59 UTC)
In effect from
Aug 29, 2023, 3:00 PM PDT
Expired
Aug 31, 2023, 8:13 AM PDT
In force
41 hr
Issued by
NWS Eureka, CA

The text

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070 
WHUS76 KEKA 280959
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
259 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

PZZ455-281800-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.230828T2200Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KEKA.GL.A.0032.230829T2200Z-230830T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
259 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 3 PM PDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-281800-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.230828T2200Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KEKA.GL.A.0032.230829T2200Z-230830T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
259 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 3 PM PDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-281800-
/O.NEW.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T2000Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
259 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  4 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ470-281800-
/O.NEW.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
259 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
13 follow-up statements
802 
WHUS76 KEKA 281559
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
859 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

PZZ455-475-290000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.230828T2200Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
859 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 3 PM PDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-290000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T2000Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
859 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  4 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ470-290000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
859 AM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
310 
WHUS76 KEKA 282138
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
238 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

PZZ455-475-290545-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.230828T2200Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
238 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT 
  Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-290545-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T2000Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
238 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ470-290545-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
238 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
535 
WHUS76 KEKA 290352
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
852 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

PZZ455-475-291200-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
852 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and seas 4 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT 
  Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-291200-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T2000Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
852 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ470-291200-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230831T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
852 PM PDT Mon Aug 28 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
518 
WHUS76 KEKA 290959
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
259 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

PZZ455-475-291800-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
259 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM 
  PDT Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT 
  this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-291800-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
259 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 9 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ470-291800-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
259 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO 9 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
166 
WHUS76 KEKA 291554
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
854 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

PZZ455-475-300000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
854 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM 
  PDT Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT 
  this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-300000-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0033.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
854 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 2 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet expected. For the 
  Gale Watch, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  and seas 6 to 8 feet possible.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 5 AM to 2 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday afternoon 
  through Wednesday evening.

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



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-300000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
854 AM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO
9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
216 
WHUS76 KEKA 292148
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
248 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

PZZ455-475-300600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-230829T2200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230829T2200Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
248 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 AM PDT Thursday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-300600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1200Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.A.0033.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
248 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 2 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 7 feet expected. For the 
  Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 5 to 7 feet possible.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 5 AM to 2 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday afternoon 
  through Wednesday evening.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-300600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
248 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO
9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
769 
WHUS76 KEKA 300357
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
857 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

PZZ455-475-301200-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
857 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-301200-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1000Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.A.0033.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
857 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 2 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 7 feet expected. For the 
  Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 5 to 7 feet possible.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 2 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday afternoon 
  through Wednesday evening.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-301200-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
857 PM PDT Tue Aug 29 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO
9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 7 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
797 
WHUS76 KEKA 300957
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
257 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

PZZ470-301800-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1000Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.UPG.KEKA.GL.A.0033.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
/O.EXB.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
257 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT
PDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and seas 5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 PM this afternoon to 
  midnight PDT tonight. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 PM 
  PDT this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-475-301800-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
257 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 
  7 to 11 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-301800-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
257 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
553 
WHUS76 KEKA 301545
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
845 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

PZZ470-302345-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.230830T2100Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
845 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and seas 5 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 PM this afternoon to 
  midnight PDT tonight. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 PM 
  PDT this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-475-302345-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
845 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 7 to 11 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-302345-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.230830T1900Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
845 AM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
489 
WHUS76 KEKA 302129
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
229 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

PZZ470-310530-
/O.EXP.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230830T2100Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
229 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 5 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until midnight PDT tonight.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-475-310530-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
229 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 7 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-310530-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
229 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  4 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
073 
WHUS76 KEKA 310352
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
852 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

PZZ455-475-311200-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
852 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  7 to 11 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-310700-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
852 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until midnight PDT tonight.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-311200-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
852 PM PDT Wed Aug 30 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  5 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
370 
WHUS76 KEKA 311001
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
301 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

PZZ455-475-311600-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
301 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 7 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-311600-
/O.EXA.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
301 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 4 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ450-311600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
301 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...North winds 5 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 
  4 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
566 
WHUS76 KEKA 311513
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
813 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

PZZ455-475-312315-
/O.CAN.KEKA.GL.W.0038.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.SC.Y.0092.230831T1513Z-230901T1200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
813 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 5 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Cape 
  Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

PZZ450-470-311615-
/O.CAN.KEKA.SC.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
813 AM PDT Thu Aug 31 2023

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...



$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this gale warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Eureka, CA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this gale warning went out at Aug 27, 2:58 PM PDT, 12 hours 1 minute earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Aug 27, 2:58 PM PDT, 12 hours 1 minute before
AREA FORECAST DISCUSSION
National Weather Service Eureka CA
258 PM PDT Sun Aug 27 2023

.SYNOPSIS...Temperatures will be near to slightly below normal
across Northwest California during much of the next seven days. In
addition, breezy northwest winds are forecast to occur Tuesday and
Wednesday. Late this week cool showery conditions are possible
across the region.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
An upper low spinning off the Pacific Northwest coast has brought a
deep marine layer to coastal areas and once again good inland
movement of the stratus into many of the near coastal valleys. The
stratus has pulled back toward the coast but is still widespread
along the Humboldt and Del Norte coastlines. Another round of
stratus pushing inland is expected again tonight.

Conditions will begin to change tomorrow as the upper low begins to
move east over the region and eventually ejects northeast out of the
area as an open wave. This will allow mixing to increase over the
region and north winds to ramp up Monday into Tuesday. Conditions
will become quite gusty in many areas by Tuesday afternoon with some
ridgelines seeing gusts over 35 mph, specially near the southwestern
Humboldt coast into Mendocino and Lake counties. Wind speeds are a
little more uncertain farther north where the pressure gradient will
be less pinched along the coast. However, the trajectories may be
more north to northeasterly the farther north you go, bringing more
of an offshore component to northern Humboldt and Del Norte counties
Tuesday through Wednesday morning. Some gusts in excess of 30 mph
will be possible on ridgetops Tuesday night as the typical offshore
overnight enhancement occurs in these areas.

The winds will begin to decrease in magnitude late Wednesday into
Thursday as the next in the series of upper lows to impact our
region approaches. This time there is a distinct possibility, 30-
40%, that this next low brings with it an actual cold front with
stratiform rain for parts of the area Thursday into Friday, most
likely in the north. The GFS and ECMWF ensembles have been
favoring this possibility while the Canadian ensembles are on the
drier side. This upper low may then spin over the region for the
next couple of days into the weekend bringing additional chances
for showers or thunderstorms over the higher terrain while also
bringing cooler temperatures to interior areas. /RPA

&&

.AVIATION...
The stratus has a strong presence this afternoon, but is showing
some signs of afternoon weakness. The optical depth of the stratus
is low enough that resulting surface heating is disrupting the
low level inversion over the coast. Partial scattering is evident
on visible satellite. VFR conditions that may develop will be
crushed by the evening stratus onslaught. Smoke from nearby
wildfires continues to impact CEC and ACV, but more severely at
CEC where VIS has struggled to exceed 2 SM. Overnight, ceilings
will trend back down to IFR/LIFR levels. The presence of an upper
low to the NW, and associated weak shortwaves will maintain a
slightly deepened the marine layer. A general trend back to LIFR
is however still expected overnight, though the duration may be
limited as was seen Saturday night. Smoke will continue to impact
CEC, especially through the morning hours when visibility will be
most restricted. A trend towards more robust afternoon northerly
to northwesterly winds will better drive the smoke east over the
next couple of days.

&&

.MARINE...
Seas are small and less than 6 feet today, and this will continue
through most of Monday. A slow, steady increase in northerly
winds will begin off of Cape Mendocino this afternoon. A trough
axis will begin to pass through the region later Monday, and the
northerlies will further increase as the pressure gradient
tightens. Isolated gale strength gusts will develop south of the
cape on Monday afternoon, and by Tuesday afternoon gale condition
will spread outward through the southern waters. A Gale Watch is
up for the southern waters for Tuesday afternoon. Further
refinement on the timing of the watch may be needed based on
recent model trends. Gale coverage and strength will be greatest
on Wednesday, and will include portions of the northern zones.
Seas remain primarily locally generated, tied to the nearshore
northerlies... although a small mix of NW and SW swells move
through the weekend and next week.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Enhanced fire weather concerns will begin Monday night into Tuesday
as north-northwesterly winds increase across the area. Wind gusts in
excess of 35 mph will be possible in some areas of southeastern
Humboldt into Mendocino and Lake counties by Tuesday afternoon.
For most areas the northwesterly flow will bring increased RH and
reducing the fire growth potential from these winds. However on
the east side of Mendocino county and Lake County the conditions
could be drier with lower afternoon RH (15-20 percent) and
overnight recoveries decreasing by Wednesday morning as the flow
becomes north-northeasterly. At this time a headline still seems
appropriate for this setup but a red flag may need to be
considered.

Farther north the winds will also become more north-northeasterly
through the day Tuesday into Tuesday night and Wednesday morning,
but with higher humidity. The main issue will be the change in wind
direction with gusty conditions to near 30 mph for the fires in
Humboldt and Del Norte counties.

The potential for wetting rains is increasing for late in the week
as the next in a series of upper lows approaches the area. The
initial approach of the low could bring a stratiform rain band
without the threat of thunder. /RPA

&&

.EKA WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
CA...
None.
NORTHWEST CALIFORNIA COASTAL WATERS...
     Small Craft Advisory from 4 PM Monday to 2 PM PDT Tuesday
     for PZZ455-475.

     Gale Watch from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday
     night for PZZ455.

     Gale Watch from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning
     for PZZ475.

&&

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Eureka, CA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 28, 2:59 AM PDTSmall Craft AdvisoryEKA3 days
Aug 28, 2:55 PM PDTFire Weather WatchEKA18 hr

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Sources

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