Headline:
Gale Warning issued April 2 at 4:01AM CDT until April 2 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 2, 2025 - 2:01am
Expires:
April 2, 2025 - 10:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Southeast gales to 35 kt becoming southwest in the
afternoon and significant waves to 11 ft occasionally to 14 ft.
* WHERE...Illinois and Indiana nearshore from Winthrop Harbor IL
to Michigan City IN.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The largest waves are expected along the
Illinois shoreline.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL; Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL; Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL; Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN; Gary to Burns Harbor IN; Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL