Gale Watch

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 5 to 15 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 4 AM to 7 AM CDT Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.