Headline:
Hazardous Seas Warning issued September 25 at 12:07AM PDT until September 25 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Hazardous Seas Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 25, 2026 - 12:07am
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, seas 11 to 15 ft at 10 seconds and
southwest winds 20 to 30 kt. For the Hazardous Seas Warning,
very steep and hazardous seas 10 to 14 ft at 10 seconds and
west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Gale Warning, until 2 PM PDT this afternoon. Hazardous
Seas Warning, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM PDT this
evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.
Area Description:
Columbia River Bar
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov