* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft at 16 seconds expected. For the Gale Watch, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 8 to 11 ft at 6 seconds possible. * WHERE...Small Craft Advisory for all of the area Friday morning through Saturday morning. Gale Watch south of Port Orford within 40 nm of shore and a Small Craft Advisory elsewhere during Saturday afternoon and evening. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM Friday to 11 PM PDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, south of Port Orford and within 40 nm from Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and very steep seas could capsize or damage vessels. Low visibility conditions are possible. * View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid strong winds and very steep seas. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.