* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 40 knots and waves 1 to 4 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, southwest gales to 35 knots with gusts up to 45 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet expected.
* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Vermilion OH to Ripley NY.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 2 AM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 2 AM to 6 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.