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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
734 AM PST Wed Jan 8 2025

PZZ655-676-082345-
Inner waters from Point Mugu to San Mateo Pt. CA including Santa
Catalina and Anacapa Islands-
Outer waters from Santa Cruz Island to San Clemente Island to
60 NM offshore including San Nicolas and Santa Barbara Islands-
734 AM PST Wed Jan 8 2025

...AN EXTREMELY STRONG NORTHERLY TO NORTHEASTERLY WIND EVENT WILL
AFFECT PORTIONS OF THE COASTAL WATERS SOUTH OF POINT CONCEPTION
THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON...

Gusty north to northeast winds and choppy seas will affect the
coastal waters southeast of Point Conception. These winds will
especially affect nearshore areas from Ventura to Santa Monica,
including Santa Cruz and Anacapa Islands. Strong north to
northeast winds are also expected through the San Pedro Channel
and will affect most of the unprotected front side of Catalina
Island, including Avalon and Two Harbors. East facing harbors
will be most in danger when winds are strongest this morning.

GALE Warnings and STORM Warnings are in effect for portions of
the coastal waters today. Please refer to the Coastal Waters
Forecast (CWFLOX) for more information.

These conditions have a history of vessel damage and loss of
life. Mariners should avoid these areas, or remain in safe harbor
until conditions improve. Avalon harbor should NOT be considered
safe harbor during this event.

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