Headline:
Small Craft Advisory issued May 3 at 7:33AM PDT until May 3 at 12:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Small Craft Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2025 - 7:33am
Expires:
May 3, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and
combined seas 12 to 17 ft expected when conditions are worst.
* WHERE...Portions of the coastal waters of southwest
California.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until noon PDT today. For
the Gale Warning, from noon today to 9 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will create dangerous sea conditions
which could capsize or damage small and large vessels.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
for more.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
Area Description:
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM; Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands; Outer waters from Santa Cruz Island to San Clemente Island to 60 NM offshore including San Nicolas and Santa Barbara Islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA