One product issued by NWS for: 17NM SSW Newport OR
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 143 AM PST Sat Nov 9 2024 PZZ251>253-100145- /O.NEW.KPQR.GL.A.0018.241111T0000Z-241111T1200Z/ Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM- Coastal waters from Cape Falcon to Cape Foulweather OR out 10 NM- Coastal waters from Cape Foulweather to Florence OR out 10 NM- 143 AM PST Sat Nov 9 2024 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Seas 10 to 15 ft at 10 seconds and south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt possible. * WHERE...Inner Coastal Waters from Cape Shoalwater to Florence out 10 NM. * WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service, visit: https://www.weather.gov/portland/marine