* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 9 to 12 ft occurring. For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft expected.
* WHERE...Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ this afternoon to 11 PM EDT /10 PM CDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.