Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft occurring. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI, Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI and Eagle River to Manitou Island MI.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM EDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 5 AM EDT Thursday.

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