COLUMBIA RIVER BAR — * WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous seas 19 to 24 ft at 18 seconds and south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected. For the Storm Watch, seas 17 to 18 ft at 12 seconds and south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt possible.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Hazardous Seas Warning, until 4 PM PST Saturday. Storm Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ebb current of 2.21 kt at 727 AM Saturday. Seas 16 to 21 ft. Ebb current of 4.5 kt at 718 PM Saturday. Seas 12 to 17 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.
Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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