COASTAL WATERS FROM CAPE SHOALWATER WA TO CAPE… — * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, seas 13 to 17 ft at 15 seconds and south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous seas 11 to 15 ft at 15 seconds and southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Storm Watch, seas 13 to 18 ft at 15 seconds and south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt possible.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM.
* WHEN...Gale Warning, from 7 AM to 7 PM PST Friday. Hazardous Seas Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday. Storm Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Severe weather in Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 nm brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
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.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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