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Gale Watch
Active5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including Bois Blanc Island; Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
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* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, Highest gusts up to 25 kts from the northwest and highest waves around 5 feet. For the Gale Watch, Highest gusts up to 40 kts from the north and highest waves around 13 feet possible.
* WHERE...5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including Bois Blanc Island and Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous highest 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 highest waves.
Data from the National Weather Service
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