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Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
318 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ356-010030-
/O.EXB.KMFR.SC.Y.0105.251130T2100Z-251201T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.SC.Y.0106.251201T1800Z-251203T1500Z/
Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm-
318 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 PM PST THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 7 AM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20
  kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas around 6 to 7 ft at 12
  seconds expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, north
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft
  expected, with dominant period of 19 seconds shortening to 14
  seconds.

* WHERE...South of Port Orford this afternoon and evening, then
  all of the area Monday morning into Wednesday morning.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon
  to 8 PM PST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from
  10 AM Monday to 7 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and/or steep seas could capsize or
  damage smaller vessels.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners and those operating smaller vessels should
remain in port and avoid the area of hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
318 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ376-010030-
/O.EXT.KMFR.SC.Y.0105.251130T2100Z-251203T1500Z/
Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm-
318 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 6
  to 8 ft at 11 to 12 seconds expected this afternoon into Monday
  morning, then 8 to 12 ft later Monday morning into Wednesday
  morning with dominant period of 19 seconds shortening to 14
  seconds.

* WHERE....South of Port Orford this afternoon and evening, then
  all of the area later tonight into Wednesday morning.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and/or steep seas could capsize or
  damage smaller vessels.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners and those operating smaller vessels should
remain in port and avoid the area of hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ455-301830-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0131.251130T1900Z-251201T0700Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING
TO 11 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  seas 7 to 9 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ470-301830-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0131.251130T1900Z-251201T2300Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING
TO 3 PM PST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
  6 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 3 PM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ475-301830-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0131.000000T0000Z-251201T2300Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
223 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
  7 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
206 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ540-301815-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0209.251130T1700Z-251201T0500Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to
10 NM-
206 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes
  California out to 10 NM.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 9 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
206 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

PZZ570-301815-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0209.251130T1100Z-251201T1100Z/
Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM-
206 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Frost Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
957 PM PST Sat Nov 29 2025

CAZ113-301400-
/O.NEW.KEKA.FR.Y.0035.251130T0800Z-251130T1700Z/
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
Including Redwood Valley, Ukiah, Calpella, Hopland, and Talmage
957 PM PST Sat Nov 29 2025

...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...Southeastern Mendocino Interior.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive
  outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$

For hazard areas see https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=eka

ZVS


Beach Hazards Statement


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
128 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

CAZ006-505-509-529-530-302300-
/O.CON.KMTR.BH.S.0021.000000T0000Z-251201T0600Z/
San Francisco-
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore-
San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
128 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Moderate period northwesterly swell will result in an
  increased risk for sneaker waves and rip currents. Breaking
  waves of 13 to 16 feet are expected.

* WHERE...Pacific Coast beaches.

* WHEN...Through 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can unexpectedly run significantly
  farther up the beach than normal, including over rocks and
  jetties. Rip currents are typically more frequent and stronger
  in the vicinity of jetties, inlets, and piers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards
include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking
waves. Stay off the rocks and NEVER turn your back on the ocean!

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
110 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

ORZ021-022-011200-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0011.251201T1500Z-251202T2100Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
110 AM PST Sun Nov 30 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING
THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...High risk of sneaker waves expected.

* WHERE...All beaches of Douglas, Coos, and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on
  beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These
  waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep
  them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other
  objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...As this long period swell arrives early
  Monday, it could coincide with the high tide expected around 8
  AM PST Monday. While sneaker waves can occur at any time, the
  greatest risk is on an incoming tide. Please be aware of the
  tides if venturing out onto the beaches.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1048 PM PST Sat Nov 29 2025

CAZ101-103-104-109-301500-
/O.NEW.KEKA.BH.S.0022.251201T1600Z-251202T1600Z/
Coastal Del Norte-Northern Humboldt Coast-Southwestern Humboldt-
Mendocino Coast-
1048 PM PST Sat Nov 29 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. A very long
  period swell rapidly building Monday will make surf on area
  beaches particularly high and unexpected even if seas otherwise
  seem calm.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast, Southwestern
  Humboldt and Mendocino Coasts.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday morning. .

* IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach
  without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks,
  jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large
  objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Don`t be fooled by an ocean that looks calm.  There can be
30 minutes of small waves before a sneaker wave strikes.  Avoid
rocks and jetties. Avoid steep beaches.  Stay much farther back
from the water and never turn your back on the ocean.

&&

$$

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