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Winter Storm Warning


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
112 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ068-069-281800-
/O.CON.KSTO.WS.W.0014.000000T0000Z-240328T1800Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-
West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada-
Including the cities of Chester, Quincy, and Blue Canyon
112 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches, up to 15 inches at highest peaks. Winds gusting as high
  as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Western Plumas County/Lassen Park and West Slope
  Northern Sierra Nevada above 5500 feet, including Interstate
  80 over Donner Summit and Highway 50 over Echo Summit.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Difficult mountain travel from delays, snow-covered
  roads, and chain controls. The hazardous conditions could impact
  the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 3500 to 4500 feet. Heaviest
  snow through early this morning and above 5500 feet. Lingering
  snow showers continue Thursday afternoon. The next system then
  brings periods of moderate snow Friday through Saturday with
  additional mountain travel impacts possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$


Gale Warning


Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

California waters-
Inner waters from  60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.

Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.

PZZ930-282230-
Pigeon Point to Point Piedras Blancas between 150 NM and 250 NM
offshore-
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING...

.TODAY...W to NW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming W 10 to 15 kt. Seas
8 to 14 ft.
.TONIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 15 to 25 kt. Seas
12 to 14 ft.
.FRI...SW winds 20 to 30 kt, becoming W 25 to 35 kt. Seas 12 to
21 ft. Chance of rain.
.FRI NIGHT...W winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming N to NW. Seas 14 to
22 ft. Scattered showers.
.SAT...N to NW winds 25 to 35 kt. Seas 13 to 19 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...N winds 25 to 35 kt, diminishing to 20 to 30 kt.
Seas 13 to 18 ft.
.SUN...N to NW winds 25 to 30 kt. Seas 13 to 17 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...N winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 13 to 15 ft.
.MON...N winds 15 to 20 kt, diminishing to 10 to 15 kt. Seas
9 to 13 ft.
.MON NIGHT...N winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 7 to 9 ft.

$$

Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

California waters-
Inner waters from  60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.

Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.

PZZ820-282230-
Point St. George to Point Arena between 60 NM and 150 NM
offshore-
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING...

.TODAY...W winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 11 to 19 ft.
.TONIGHT...SW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming S. Seas 13 to 18 ft.
.FRI...E to SE winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 14 ft. Scattered
showers.
.FRI NIGHT...N to NE winds 25 to 35 kt, diminishing to 20 to
30 kt. Seas 9 to 15 ft. Scattered showers.
.SAT...N winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 15 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...N winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 11 to 17 ft.
.SUN...N winds 25 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 17 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...N winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 9 to 15 ft.
.MON...N winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 7 to 11 ft.
.MON NIGHT...N winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 7 to 8 ft.

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ576-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1600Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 5 to 15 kt and
  seas 8 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, south winds 20
  to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
  60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to
  9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM PDT
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ560-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos California out to
10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 9 to 11 ft expected.
  For the Gale Warning, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to
  40 kt and seas 8 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos
  California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM
  PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ535-281745-
/O.EXP.KMTR.SC.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-240328T1000Z/
/O.EXB.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240329T1600Z-240329T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T2200Z-240330T0400Z/
Monterey Bay-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM PDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 10 to 20
  kt expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 15 to 20 kt
  with gusts up to 35 kt expected.

* WHERE...Monterey Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM PDT
  Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM to 9 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ575-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1600Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 5 to 15 kt and
  seas 9 to 13 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, south winds 15
  to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to
  9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM PDT
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ565-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 5 to 15
  kt and seas 9 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale Warning,
  southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9
  to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
  Blancas California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM
  PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
141 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ323-326-281645-
/O.CON.KHNX.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-240329T0000Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-
Including the cities of Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona,
Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, and Lake Thomas Edison
141 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON ABOVE 7000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 7 to
  14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Yosemite NP outside of the valley and Upper San Joaquin
  River.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong
  winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
222 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-281800-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-240328T1800Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Tahoe City, South Lake Tahoe, Incline
Village, Truckee, Markleeville, Glenbrook, and Stateline
222 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations between 2 to 6 inches below 7000
  feet and 6 to 12 inches above 7000 feet. Locally higher
  accumulations up to 18 inches possible along the Sierra crest.
  Winds gusting 30 to 40 mph for most communities in the Tahoe
  Basin, with gusts as high as 90 mph along ridgelines.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult due to slick roads and
  reduced visibilities. The hazardous conditions could impact the
  Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Strong winds
  could cause damage to trees and power lines, and impact recreation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
222 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

CAZ073-281800-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0017.240328T0000Z-240328T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Mammoth Lakes, Lee Vining, Coleville, and
Bridgeport
222 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY FOR MONO COUNTY ABOVE 7000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations 1 to 5 inches below 8000 feet,
  with 6 to 12 inches above 8000 feet. Locally higher amounts of up
  to 16 inches possible along the Sierra crest generally north of
  Sonora Pass. Winds gusting 40 to 50 mph along Highway 395, with
  wind prone areas up to 60 mph and ridge wind gusts as high as 80
  mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult due to slick roads and
  reduced visibilities. The hazardous conditions could impact the
  Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Strong winds
  could cause damage to trees and power lines, and impact recreation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

TF


High Surf Advisory


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1040 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

CAZ340-346-281200-
/O.NEW.KLOX.SU.Y.0013.240328T1600Z-240331T1600Z/
San Luis Obispo County Beaches-
Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches-
1040 PM PDT Wed Mar 27 2024

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THURSDAY TO 9 AM PDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet with local sets to
  13 feet, with dangerous rip currents. Highest for NW to W facing
  beaches.

* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara
  County Central Coast Beaches.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Thursday to 9 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip
  currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large
  breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and
  rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ670-281800-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0010.240329T1900Z-240330T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
NOON PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and combined
  seas of 12 to 15 ft are possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to noon PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon
  through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ645-281800-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0010.240329T2200Z-240330T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM-
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and combined
  seas of 10 to 13 ft are possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 3 PM PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon
  through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
258 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ475-281800-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-240330T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
258 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas
  11 to 16 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Friday.

* 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
258 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ450-455-470-281800-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-240329T2200Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
258 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
  12 to 17 feet.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm, Cape
  Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm and Pt St George to Cape
  Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PDT Friday.

* 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
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ560-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos California out to
10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 9 to 11 ft expected.
  For the Gale Warning, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to
  40 kt and seas 8 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos
  California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM
  PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ565-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 5 to 15
  kt and seas 9 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale Warning,
  southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9
  to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
  Blancas California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM
  PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ571-281745-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1000Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 5 to 15 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Friday.

* 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
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ545-281745-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to
10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Seas 8 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point
  California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM PDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/sanfrancisco

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ535-281745-
/O.EXP.KMTR.SC.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-240328T1000Z/
/O.EXB.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240329T1600Z-240329T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T2200Z-240330T0400Z/
Monterey Bay-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM PDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 10 to 20
  kt expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 15 to 20 kt
  with gusts up to 35 kt expected.

* WHERE...Monterey Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM PDT
  Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM to 9 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ531-281745-
/O.EXB.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM PDT Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

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
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ575-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1600Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 5 to 15 kt and
  seas 9 to 13 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, south winds 15
  to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 10 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to
  9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM PDT
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ576-281745-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1600Z-240329T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KMTR.GL.W.0016.240329T1600Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 5 to 15 kt and
  seas 8 to 12 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, south winds 20
  to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 11 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
  60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to
  9 AM PDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM PDT
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ530-281745-
/O.NEW.KMTR.SC.Y.0046.240329T2200Z-240330T0400Z/
San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and  the San Francisco
Bay north of the Bay Bridge-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds around 20 kt and choppy waters expected.

* WHERE...San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and the San
  Francisco Bay north of the Bay Bridge.

* WHEN...From 3 PM to 9 PM PDT Friday.

* 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
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ570-281745-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1000Z-240330T0400Z/
Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 5 to 15 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft
  expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Friday.

* 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
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ540-281745-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0045.240328T1000Z-240330T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to
10 nm-
235 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Seas 8 to 13 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$


Lake Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-004-290300-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0015.240328T1800Z-240329T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Western Nevada Basin and Range including
Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Markleeville,
Glenbrook, Silver Springs, Fallon, Lovelock, Nixon, Incline
Village, Stateline, Fernley, Tahoe City, Imlay, and Truckee
303 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM PDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and waves
  between 1 to 3 feet.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, and Western Nevada Basin and
  Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to
  capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
  improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

HC


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ340-341-346-347-282100-
/O.NEW.KLOX.WI.Y.0031.240329T2200Z-240330T1300Z/
San Luis Obispo County Beaches-
San Luis Obispo County Inland Central Coast-
Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches-
Santa Barbara County Inland Central Coast-
Including the cities of Arroyo Grande, Avila Beach, Cambria,
Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Lopez Lake, Nipomo, San Luis Obispo,
Lompoc, Vandenberg Space Force Base, Buellton, and Santa Maria
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM FRIDAY TO 6 AM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, San Luis Obispo County
  Inland Central Coast, Santa Barbara County Central Coast
  Beaches and Santa Barbara County Inland Central Coast.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Friday to 6 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ343-344-282100-
/O.NEW.KLOX.WI.Y.0031.240329T2200Z-240330T1300Z/
Southern Salinas Valley-San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys-
Including the cities of Atascadero, Lake Nacimiento, Paso Robles,
San Miguel, Templeton, Carrizo Plain, Creston, and Shandon
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM FRIDAY TO 6 AM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Salinas Valley and San Luis Obispo County
  Interior Valleys.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Friday to 6 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
205 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ509-512-515-529-281715-
/O.NEW.KMTR.WI.Y.0007.240329T1800Z-240330T1200Z/
San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Santa Cruz Mountains-East Bay Hills-
Northern Monterey Bay-
205 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 5 AM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Santa Cruz Mountains,
  East Bay Hills and Northern Monterey Bay.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
205 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ517-518-530-281715-
/O.NEW.KMTR.WI.Y.0007.240329T1800Z-240330T1200Z/
Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest-
Mountains of San Benito and Interior Monterey County including
Pinnacles National Park-Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
205 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 5 AM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest,
  Mountains of San Benito and Interior Monterey County including
  Pinnacles National Park and Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur
  Coast.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/mtr


Gale Watch


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ645-281800-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0010.240329T2200Z-240330T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM-
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 PM PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and combined
  seas of 10 to 13 ft are possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 3 PM PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon
  through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

PZZ670-281800-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0045.240328T2200Z-240329T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0010.240329T1900Z-240330T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
259 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
NOON PDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and combined
  seas of 12 to 15 ft are possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to noon PDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon
  through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$


High Wind Watch


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

CAZ342-345-282100-
/O.NEW.KLOX.HW.A.0007.240329T2200Z-240330T1300Z/
Santa Lucia Mountains-San Luis Obispo County Mountains-
Including the cities of Hearst Castle, Irish Hills,
Caliente Range, La Panza Range, and Santa Margarita Lake
332 AM PDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
FRIDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  possible.

* WHERE...Santa Lucia Mountains and San Luis Obispo County
  Mountains.

* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down large objects such as
  trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

Hall

U.S. Dept. of Commerce
NOAA National Weather Service
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Silver Spring, MD 20910
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