Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 3 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...In Illinois, Lake, Northern Cook and Central Cook Counties. In Indiana, Lake and Porter Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers. For information on swim advisories or bans at Chicago beaches: www. cpdbeaches. com.