Small Craft Advisory

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 40 knots. For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots and waves 3 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Michigan City IN to St Joseph MI.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 4 PM EDT Thursday.

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