Gusty northeast winds and choppy seas will develop over the coastal waters southeast of Point Conception this morning then continue into Thursday morning. The marine conditions expected have a history of vessel damage and loss of life. Mariners should avoid these areas, or remain in safe harbor until conditions improve. Avalon Harbor should NOT be considered safe harbor during this event. Northeast winds of 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 50 kt will be possible with short period wind waves up to 6 feet across nearshore areas from Ventura to Santa Monica, and out past Santa Cruz and Anacapa Islands. Northeast winds of 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 35 kt with wind waves of 3 to 5 feet have the potential to move through the San Pedro Channel and impact most of the unprotected east side of Catalina Island, including Avalon and Two Harbors. The winds will be strongest this morning. Winds will increase again, though possibly slightly weaker than the previous morning, tonight into Thursday morning. Strong offshore winds will create choppy, cross seas due to the northwest swell combined with northeasterly wind waves.
