Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 16 at 4:04PM EST until December 17 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 16, 2024 - 1:04pm
Expires:
December 16, 2024 - 9:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves
6 to 11 ft expected.
* WHERE...Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to
Manitou Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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:
Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border
Forcast Office:
NWS Marquette MI