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Gale Warning

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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

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Severity Moderate
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 29 knots from the north with gusts up to 38 knots. The largest significant waves will be 10 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 14 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 5 PM EDT Friday with the largest waves expected around 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.
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