Gale Watch

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
206 PM PST Sat Dec 6 2025

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Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm-
Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm-
206 PM PST Sat Dec 6 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 10 AM
PST MONDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Seas 10 to 12 ft at 12 seconds through this evening.
  Beginning Sunday morning, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up
  to 35 kt and steep wind-driven seas 8 to 12 ft expected. Gales
  and/or very steep seas are possible Monday.

* WHERE...The small craft advisory conditions are expected for all
  areas, with gales and steep seas possible north of Cape Arago on
  Monday.

* WHEN...A Small Craft Advisory is in effect until 7 PM PST this
  evening. Another Small Craft Advisory is in effect from 7 AM
  Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday, followed by a Gale Watch through
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or
  damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are possible.

* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid strong winds and
very steep seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course,
and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

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