Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft occurring. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...Munising to Grand Marais MI and Grand Marais to Whitefish Point MI.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 2 AM EDT Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 2 AM to 5 PM EDT Thursday.

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