Gale Watch

Active

Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand Portage MN beyond 5NM; Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle Royale National Park

Starts Oct 12, 4:00 AM CDT

Ends Oct 12, 7:00 PM CDT

Issued Oct 11, 2:35 AM CDT

Severity Moderate

Urgency Future

Certainty Possible

Details

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible.

* WHERE...Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand Portage MN beyond 5NM and Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle Royale National Park.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Monday evening.

* 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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