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Gale Watch

Active

Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to mid-line of lake.; Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM offshore to Mid Lake

Starts
Ends
Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Future
Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 9 to 14 ft possible.
* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.
* WHEN...From Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon.
* 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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