COLUMBIA RIVER BAR — * WHAT...Rough bar conditions expected. For the first Small Craft Advisory, seas 5 to 7 ft at 14 seconds and south winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, seas 9 to 12 ft at 15 seconds. For the Gale Watch, seas 14 to 19 ft at 16 seconds and south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt possible.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST this evening. Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 10 PM PST Thursday. Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ebb current of 4.3 kt at 1254 PM Wednesday. Seas 5 to 6 ft. Ebb current of 3.96 kt at 108 AM Thursday. Seas 7 to 8 ft. Ebb current of 5.0 kt at 144 PM Thursday. Seas 10 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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