Gurnee, IL Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds to 45 kt with gusts to 50 kt and
significant waves to 9 ft occasionally to 12 ft possible.

* WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Northerly Island IL.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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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