COASTAL WATERS FROM CAPE BLANCO OR TO PT. ST. G… — * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and steep swell dominated seas 12 to 15 ft at 14 seconds. Conditions rapidly worsen late Thursday as south winds and seas quickly increase. Gales of 30 to 40 kt with gusts to 50 kt possible. Seas increase due to increasing wind waves and an incoming heavy long period swell, possibly reaching 20 to 25 ft at 15 seconds Friday.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very steep, hazardous seas could reach 25 to 30 feet or higher late Friday into Saturday as a heavy long period swell continues to build in. Please stay tuned for updates on this high impact weather pattern.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Local conditions in Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm; Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
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.
Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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