Headline:
Gale Warning issued December 30 at 3:18PM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 30, 2024 - 12:18pm
Expires:
December 30, 2024 - 1:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Highest gusts up to 35 kts from the northwest and
highest waves around 9 feet.
* WHERE...St Ignace to False Detour Channel, 5NM East of
Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including Bois Blanc
Island and Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous highest 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:
St Ignace to False Detour Channel; 5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including Bois Blanc Island; Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI