COLUMBIA RIVER BAR — * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, seas 13 to 14 ft at 13 seconds and south winds around 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 11 to 14 ft at 14 seconds. For the Gale Watch, seas 12 to 17 ft at 11 seconds and southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt possible.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Gale Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. Small Craft Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST Thursday. Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong ebb current of 5.66 kt at 531 PM Wednesday. Seas 13 to 16 ft. Ebb current of 2.71 kt at 605 AM Thursday. Seas 12 ft. Ebb current of 5.32 kt at 603 PM Thursday. Seas 12 to 13 ft.
Local conditions in Columbia River Bar may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.
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Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
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