Gale Watch

Active

Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt to the US/Canadian border beyond 5 NM from shore; Lake Huron from Presque Isle Lt. to Sturgeon Point MI 5NM off shore to US/Canadian border

Starts Oct 4, 8:00 PM EDT

Ends Oct 5, 11:00 AM EDT

Issued Oct 4, 10:02 AM EDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 27 knots from the northwest with gusts up to 36 knots. The largest significant waves will be 8 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 11 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore and Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 6 AM EDT Monday with the largest waves expected around 7 AM EDT Monday.

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

Instructions

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

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