* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 5 to 9 ft. For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft expected.
* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from North Point Lighthouse to Winthrop Harbor IL.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM CST Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 5 PM CST Thursday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 5 PM Thursday to midnight CST Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.