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Special Marine Warning
Issued: 7:41 AM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a * Special Marine Warning for... Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm... Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm... Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm... * Until 1215 AM PST. * At 1141 PM PST, a strong thunderstorm was located 21 NM southwest of Cape Mendocino, moving east at 35 knots. HAZARD...Waterspout possible and small hail SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT... * Locations impacted include... Cape Mendocino. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes. Thunderstorms can produce sudden waterspouts. Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally hazardous seas. Seek safe harbor immediately. && MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN; MAX WIND GUST...<34 KTS
Gale Warning
Issued: 6:50 AM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet. * WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Tuesday. * 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. &&
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