A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for all Gulf waters out to 60 NM from late today through tonight. West winds will increase quickly this afternoon into the 20-25 knot range, shifting northwest and north this evening with the passage of a dry cold front. Winds will decrease on Thursday morning. The initial onset of west winds this afternoon will quickly increase the risk of rip currents for the southwest- and west-facing beaches of Walton, Bay, and Gulf Counties.