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Small Craft Advisory
ActiveRock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI
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* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 5 to 9 ft expected.
* WHERE...Lake Michigan nearshore waters from Washington Island to Sturgeon Bay.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM CDT Sunday. For the Gale Warning, from 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.
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