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Gale Warning 26, NWS Eureka, CA

April 14, 2024

NWS Eureka, CA issued this gale warning at Apr 14, 2024, 2:38 PM PDT. It took effect at Apr 15, 2024, 9:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 48 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The facts

Issued
Apr 14, 2024, 2:38 PM PDT (21:38 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 15, 2024, 9:00 PM PDT
Expired
Apr 17, 2024, 9:00 PM PDT
In force
48 hr
Issued by
NWS Eureka, CA

The text

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283 
WHUS76 KEKA 142138
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

PZZ470-150545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T0300Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM MONDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with
  localized gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet expected. For
  the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up
  to 35 kt and seas 7 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 8 PM Monday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-150545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1200Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with
  localized gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 13 feet expected. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 5 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-150545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.240414T2200Z-240417T0600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with localized gusts up to 40 kt
  and seas 7 to 10 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

PZZ455-150545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.240415T0400Z-240417T0600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with localized gusts up to 
  40 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 PM PDT Tuesday.

* 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
717 
WHUS76 KEKA 150340
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
840 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

PZZ470-151145-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0300Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T0300Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
840 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM MONDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 7 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 8 PM Monday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-151145-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1200Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1200Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
840 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 13 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 8 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 5 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-151145-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T0600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
840 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  7 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

PZZ455-151145-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.240415T0400Z-240417T0600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
840 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 6 to 11 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
716 
WHUS76 KEKA 150938
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
238 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

PZZ470-151745-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T0400Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
238 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 9 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 5 PM 
  PDT Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 PM PDT 
  this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-151745-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1600Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
238 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 9 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-455-151745-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
238 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
721 
WHUS76 KEKA 151539
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
839 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

PZZ470-152345-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0400Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T0400Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
839 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM
PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 9 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 5 PM 
  PDT Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 PM PDT 
  this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-152345-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1600Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1600Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
839 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 10 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-455-152345-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
839 AM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

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

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 8 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
571 
WHUS76 KEKA 152207
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
307 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

PZZ470-160615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0400Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T0400Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
307 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM
PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 13 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 9 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 5 PM 
  PDT Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 PM PDT 
  this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-160615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1600Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1600Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
307 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 10 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-455-160615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
307 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

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

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  8 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
371 
WHUS76 KEKA 160409
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
909 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

PZZ470-161215-
/O.EXP.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T0400Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
909 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  9 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-161215-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1600Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1600Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
909 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 10 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-455-161215-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
909 PM PDT Mon Apr 15 2024

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

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  8 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
550 
WHUS76 KEKA 160944
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
244 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

PZZ450-161745-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.SE.W.0017.240416T2200Z-240417T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
244 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and 
  hazardous seas 9 to 11 feet expected. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 8 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, 
  until 3 PM PDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause
  damage to vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Recreational boaters should remain in port. Commercial vessels
should prepare for rough seas and consider remaining in port
until hazardous seas subside.

&&

$$

PZZ475-161745-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240416T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.240416T1600Z-240417T2200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
244 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

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

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. For the Small Craft
  Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 kt with localized gusts up to 35
  kt and seas 10 to 12 feet.

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

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

&&

$$

PZZ470-161745-
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
244 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  9 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-161745-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
244 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

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

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with localized gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
490 
WHUS76 KEKA 161653
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
Issued by National Weather Service Medford OR
953 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

PZZ450-170100-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
/O.CAN.KEKA.SE.W.0017.240416T2200Z-240417T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
953 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...
...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 8 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause
  damage to vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

PZZ470-170100-
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
953 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  9 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-170100-
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
953 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 14 feet expected. 

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

* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-170100-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
953 AM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

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

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with localized gusts up to 
  35 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
326 
WHUS76 KEKA 162137
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
237 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

PZZ450-170545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240416T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.SE.W.0018.240416T2200Z-240417T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
237 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and 
  hazardous seas 9 to 11 feet expected. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 8 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, until 3 AM PDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT this 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause 
  damage to vessels.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Recreational boaters should remain in port. Commercial vessels
should prepare for rough seas and consider remaining in port
until hazardous seas subside.

&&

$$

PZZ470-170545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
237 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  9 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-170545-
/O.EXT.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240417T2200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
237 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  11 to 14 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-170545-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240417T1600Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
237 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

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

* WHAT...Northwest 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.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM 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.

&&

$$
933 
WHUS76 KEKA 170343
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
843 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

PZZ470-171145-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
843 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and steep
  seas 9 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-171145-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240417T2200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
843 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and steep seas
  11 to 14 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-171000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SE.W.0018.000000T0000Z-240417T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
843 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very steep and hazardous seas 9 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause 
  damage to vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Recreational boaters should remain in port. Commercial vessels
should prepare for rough seas and consider remaining in port
until hazardous seas subside.

&&

$$

PZZ455-171145-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
843 PM PDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 6 to 11 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm. Strongest gusts
  near Cape Mendocino.

* WHEN...Until 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.

&&

$$
380 
WHUS76 KEKA 171000
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
300 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

PZZ450-171800-
/O.EXP.KEKA.SE.W.0018.000000T0000Z-240417T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.240417T1000Z-240418T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
300 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT THURSDAY...
...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  7 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

PZZ470-171800-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
300 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  10 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-171800-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240417T2200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
300 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  11 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-171800-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
300 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  8 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$
822 
WHUS76 KEKA 171559
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
859 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

PZZ470-180000-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
859 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  10 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-172200-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240417T2200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
859 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...North winds around 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  seas 11 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-180000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
859 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  7 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-180000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
859 AM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  7 to 11 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$
313 
WHUS76 KEKA 172150
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
250 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

PZZ475-180400-
/O.EXP.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240417T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.SE.W.0019.240417T2200Z-240418T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
250 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Very steep and hazardous seas 10 to 12 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or cause 
  damage to vessels.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Recreational boaters should remain in port. Commercial vessels
should prepare for rough seas and consider remaining in port
until hazardous seas subside.

&&

$$

PZZ470-180400-
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
250 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 
  10 to 12 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-180600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
250 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-180600-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
250 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$
607 
WHUS76 KEKA 180348
MWWEKA

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
848 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

PZZ470-181200-
/O.EXP.KEKA.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.240418T0400Z-240419T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
848 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 
  7 to 12 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

PZZ475-181200-
/O.EXP.KEKA.SE.W.0019.000000T0000Z-240418T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.240418T0400Z-240419T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
848 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THURSDAY...
...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 
  6 to 11 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM 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.

&&

$$

PZZ450-181000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0049.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
848 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 5 to 15 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 
  6 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

PZZ455-181000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0048.000000T0000Z-240418T1000Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
848 PM PDT Wed Apr 17 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  seas 6 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 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.

&&

$$

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 Apr 14, 2:38 PM PDT, 0 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 14, 2:38 PM PDT, 0 minutes before
AREA FORECAST DISCUSSION
National Weather Service Eureka CA
238 PM PDT Sun Apr 14 2024

.SYNOPSIS...Rainfall and high elevation snow continues to taper off
into this afternoon. Gusty NW winds will develop overnight into
Monday as a high pressure ridge builds along the coast. A return to
summer-like conditions and warm interior temperatures is expected
this week, with coastal stratus and elevated NW winds likely.

&&

.DISCUSSION...The additional surge of moisture associated with
the strong cutoff low will continually move southeast out of the
region this afternoon. Into this evening and overnight, a high
pressure system will build in the low pressure system's wake.

As the high pressure system takes over the region, there will be a
return to more northerly to northwesterly flow. This return of
northwest onshore flow will effectively cut off the supply of cold
air and mid level moisture to the low pressure system. As a
result, precipitation will taper off as the low continues to
progress southeast into Southern California. Gusty NW winds are
expected this evening and into Monday morning as a strong
pressure gradient develops between the departing low and building
high pressure over the Pacific. Gusts approaching 30 mph are
possible along exposed ridges and coastal headlands of Cape
Mendocino, with breezy conditions likely along all coastal areas.

Remaining entrained cold air will dissipate early this week as the
ridge continues to build into the Pacific Northwest. Radiational
cooling will be limited overnight and into Monday morning with the
lingering low level moisture and cloud cover, so frost or freezing
conditions will most likely not be a concern. A rapid return to
summer- like conditions will ensue as interior temperatures warm
into the 70's by Tuesday, with potential for highs in the 80's in
the valleys for the latter half of the week. Broad high pressure
subsidence will likely allow coastal stratus to return beneath a
marine inversion by mid week as NW winds subside.

&&

.AVIATION...Shallow moisture and increasing onshore winds will
likely result in MVFR conditions through tonight. Conditions are
forecast to improve some at coastal terminals as northerlies
increase, though low cloud cover and mist will probably redevelop.
Recent rainfall and moist ground along with partially clearing skies
will lead to fog and low clouds in the river valleys, even for UKI,
late tonight into early Monday morning. DB

&&

.MARINE...Northerly winds will steadily increase tonight through
Monday. Potential for gale gusts will increase late Monday afternoon
into the evening hours downwind of Cape Mendo and Cape Blanco.
Forecast coverage of gale gusts is below 50%, but increases during
the evening per the HREF probabilities Monday evening, especially
for the northern outer waters. Coverage appears sufficient through
the night to warrant a marginal gale. Supercritical flow with
expansion fans both downwind of Cape Mendo and Cape Blanco will
probably continue to yield localized regions or narrow corridors of
gusts to 35-40kt Tue and Wed. Steep northerly short period waves
will build in response to the steady state northerlies the next 3
days, peaking to around 13 ft on Wed over the outer waters.

Axis of strongest northerlies and largest seas will most likely
shift westward toward the latter portion of the week and conditions
will ease up and improve - especially for the inner waters. DB

&&

.EKA WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
CA...
None.
NORTHWEST CALIFORNIA COASTAL WATERS...
     Small Craft Advisory until 11 PM PDT Tuesday for PZZ450.

     Small Craft Advisory from 9 PM this evening to 11 PM PDT
     Tuesday for PZZ455.

     Small Craft Advisory until 8 PM PDT Monday for PZZ470.

     Gale Warning from 8 PM Monday to 5 PM PDT Wednesday for
     PZZ470.

     Small Craft Advisory until 5 AM PDT Tuesday for PZZ475.

     Gale Warning from 5 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT Wednesday for
     PZZ475.

&&

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