In effect from Thursday, Apr 16 2026 5:00 AM - Friday, Apr 17 2026 5:00 AM
Issued by NWS Eureka CA
What:
For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 kt
with gusts to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale
Watch, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and seas 8
to 13 feet possible.
Where:
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
When:
For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight
through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions: 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.
Areas Impacted:
Waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA from 10 to 60 nm
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Gale Watch
In effect from Thursday, Apr 16 2026 2:00 PM - Friday, Apr 17 2026 5:00 AM
Issued by NWS Eureka CA
What:
For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt
with localized gusts to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet expected.
For the Gale Watch, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt
and seas 6 to 11 feet possible.
Where:
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.
When:
For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to
2 PM PDT Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday afternoon
through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions: 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.
Areas Impacted:
Coastal waters from Cape Mendocino to Pt. Arena CA out 10 nm
